Name: Single Collection (Part 1)
Brand: Shocking Blue

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MOVLP2069W

Colour

White

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Double 180 Gram Vinyl. Housed in Gatefold Sleeve. Individually Numbered.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

1000

Release date

2024-03-22

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Little Amber Fish

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

8719262034457

Total Cap

White LPx2

Artist

Shocking Blue

Genre GB

Classic

Label GB

Music On Vinyl

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Shocking Blue was a Dutch rock group formed in 1967 by former The Motions guitarist Robbie van Leeuwen. The initial line-up consisted of Robbie Van Leeuwen, Fred de Wilde, Klaasje Van Der Wal, and Cornelis van der Beek. After replacing de Wilde with Mariska Veres as their lead vocalist, the group achieved worldwide chart success with their hit single "Venus" in 1969. Over the years, the band went through several member changes before disbanding in 1975. Despite attempts at a relaunch, Shocking Blue's legacy remains rooted in their influential contributions to rock music.

The original members of Shocking Blue included Robbie Van Leeuwen on guitar, sitar, and backing vocals; Fred de Wilde on vocals (1967-1968); Klaasje Van Der Wal on bass guitar (1967-1972); and Cornelis van der Beek on drums (1949 – 1998). Later members included Mariska Veres on vocals (1947 – 2006), Leo Van de Ketterij on guitar (1970-1971) , Martin Van Wijk on guitar (1973-1974), and Henk Smitskamp on bass guitar (1972-1974).

Throughout their career, Shocking Blue collaborated with additional members such as Wim Voermans, Jan Pijnenburg, Michael Eschau

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Reissues

One of the most famous Dutch bands is the in The Hague formed Shocking Blue. The band released some of their best-selling hits all around the world, including the still standing Venus. It´s just one of the many songs which can be found on the double LP Single Collection album. The essential album was released in 1997 an this part 1, consisting of 28 of their songs. Robbie, the great composer, and Mariska Venus, the inimitable singer, offer sheer musical delight on this essential compilation album, which is a perfect introduction to all other albums by Shocking Blue. The album also includes hits like Never Marry A Railroad Man and Mighty Joe.&nbsp;

Single Collection (Part 1)

Music GB

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