Name: Meet The Searchers
Brand: The Searchers

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

BGOLP2009

Colour

Black

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Discogs ID

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-14

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5017261020093

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

The Searchers

Genre GB

Classic

Label GB

BGO Records (Beat Goes On Records) is a British independent reissue label founded in 1987 by owner/manager Andy Gray. With a rich history in the music industry, including being behind Andy's Records, the largest independent record retailer in the UK during the 1990s, BGO specializes in classic and highly collectable recordings from the 1950s to the 1980s. Their extensive catalogue features *groups*, *singers* and *instrumentalists* that have left an indelible mark on music history. Whether you're a dedicated collector or simply looking to explore iconic sounds of yesteryears, BGO offers an authoritative selection of timeless tunes.

The Searchers are a Liverpool based group that started out as the backing band for singer Johnny Sandon. However, they soon decided to venture out on their own and caught the attention of Pye Records recording manager Tony Hatch with an impressive demo. This led to them signing a contract and recording their first song, "Sweets For My Sweet".

Over the years, The Searchers went through several lineup changes but remained consistent in delivering their signature sound. They performed their last shows in 2019, leaving behind a legacy of memorable music.

Similar artists to *The Searchers* include Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Swinging Blue Jeans, The Merseybeats, The Dave Clark Five, Freddie & The Dreamers, and many more.

From 1963, The Searchers' first album on the Pye record label, featuring their No 1 hit 'Sweets For My Sweet' - Includes four bonus tracks. The album peaked at No.2 on the UK charts with the track 'Ain't Gonna Kiss Ya' featuring on a best-selling No.1 EP The Searchers are undertaking a nationwide Farewell Tour in 2023. Issued on 180 gram vinyl / 300 gsm board sleeve

Meet The Searchers

Music GB