RECORD COLLECTING MONTHLY MIX 11: Stars On 45s
Celebrating 75 years of the 45
Get ready to spin into a world of musical discovery inspired by the pages of 'Record Collector' magazine (Issue 561). This mix takes you on a journey through the personal vinyl collections of famous musicians, showcasing their handpicked 45 rpm singles that have shaped their musical tastes and careers. A unique mix of tracks, revealing the songs that have inspired legends and influenced their own sound. From the 1950s Jazz of Louis Armstrong to the late 80s rap of Public Enemy, these selections provide an intimate glimpse into the musical hearts of some of the industry's most iconic figures (and one that isn’t!). Listen up and let the music play, one 45 at a time.
01 Both Ends Burning - Roxy Music (25 in 1975) chosen by Johnny Marr
02 Walking To New Orleans - Fats Domino (19 in 1960) chosen by Ray Davies
03 Next - The Sensational Alex Harvey Band (1973) chosen by Paul Simonon
04 Hong Kong Garden - Siouxsie & The Banshees (7 in 1978) chosen by Clare Grogan
05 This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us - Sparks (2 in 1974) chosen by Martyn Ware
06 Gimme Little Sign (0868) - Brenton Wood (8 in 1968) chosen by Edwyn Collins
07 Search for the Inner Self - Jon Lucien (1971) chosen by Paul Weller
08 Love Is Strange - Mickey & Sylvia (1956) chosen by Tony Visconti
09 Metal Guru - T Rex (1 in 1972) chosen by Dr Robert
10 Long Shot Kick De Bucket - Pioneers (21 in 1969) chosen by Pauline Black
11 Ain t That Peculiar - Marvin Gaye (1965) chosen by Brian Auger
12 Summertime Blues - Eddie Cochran (18 in 1958) chosen by Sir Tim Rice
13 Everlasting Love - Love Affair (1 in 1968) chosen by Jerry Dammers
14 Summer - Anna Domino (1986) chosen by Emma Anderson
15 Blue Monday - New Order (9 in 1983) chosen by Tim Burgess
16 Midnight Train To Georgia - Gladys Knight & The Pips (10 in 1975) chosen by David McAlmont
17 Ride A White Swan - T Rex (2 in 1970) chosen by Marc Almond Toyah
18 All Along the Watchtower - Jimi Hendrix (5 in 1968) chosen by Wreckless Eric
19 Johnny Remember Me - John Leyton (1 in 1961) chosen by James Skelly
20 Lonely Boy - Andrew Gold (11 in 1977) chosen by Francis Rossi
21 C'mon Everybody - Eddie Cochran (6 in 1959) chosen by Dave Davies
22 I Want To Hold Your Hand - Beatles (1 in 1963) chosen by Jody Stephens
23 Muggles - Louis Armstrong (1956) chosen by Dana Gillespie
24 I Still Love You All - Kenny Ball (24 in 1961) chosen by Rick Wakeman
25 God Only Knows - Beach Boys (2 in 1966) chosen by Colin Blunstone
26 Living Doll - Cliff Richard (1 in 1959) chosen by Ian Anderson
27 All The Young Dudes - Mott The Hoople (3 in 1972) chosen by Matt Johnson
28 Ghetto Heaven - Family Stand (10 in 1990) chosen by Corinne Bailey-Rae
29 Zip A Dee Doo Dah - Bob B Soxx & The Blue Jeans (45 in 1963) chosen by Peter Hammill
30 Maes B - Y Blew (1967) chosen by Gruff Rhys
31 The Killing Moon - Echo & The Bunnymen (9 in 1986) chosen by Richard Hawley
32 On The Radio - Donna Summer (32 in 1980) chosen by Huey Morgan
33 I'll Never Get Over You - Johnny Kidd & The Pirates (4 in 1963) chosen by Andy Fairweather Low
34 Virginia Plain - Roxy Music (4 in 1972) chosen by Will Sergeant
35 My Guy - Mary Wells (5 in 1964) chosen by PP Arnold
36 I'm A Believer - Robert Wyatt (29 in 1974) chosen by Green Gartside
37 (White Man) In Hammersmith Palais - The Clash (32 in 1978) chosen by Kirk Brandon
38 Dance Dance Dance - Chic (6 in 1977) chosen by Nile Rodgers
39 Rebel Without A Pause - Public Enemy (37 in 1987) chosen by Jason Williamson
40 Starman - David Bowie (10 in 1972) chosen by Lora Logic
41 Walk Right Back - Everly Brothers (1 in 1961) chosen by Gilbert O'Sullivan
42 Strawberry Fields Forever - Beatles (2 in 1967) chosen by Jah Wobble
43 Hot Love - T Rex (1 in 1971) chosen by Alex Paterson
44 Ghost Town - Specials (1 in 1981) chosen by Sarah Cracknell
45 Hello Mary Lou - Ricky Nelson (1 in 1961) chosen by SFC Pres