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Cambodian Nuggets

GuerssenAdmin — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 22:00:00 +0000

Before the Khmer Rouge took power in 1975, unleashing a horrifying genocide, Cambodia had one of the most vibrant and exciting music scenes in Asia. With a mixture of traditional Khmer music and a myriad of western genres (from French and latin music, to rock-and-roll , rhythm-and-blues, surf, psychedelia, soul and many more) the few pre 75 Cambodian recordings that survived -most of them were destroyed- are enough to make anyone with a taste for good music shocked by the amazing quality of the sounds created during those golden years. Gathered in this amazing album are some of the most talented and unique musicians from that amazing era with an explosive collection of tracks sure to blow the mind of the listener. A celebration of some of the best music ever made.

A1- Ros Serey Sothea – Jam 10 Kai Thiet (Wait 10 More Months). A2- Yol Aularong – Yuvajon Kouge Jet (Broken Hearted Man) A3- Pan Ron – Why Follow Me wav A4- Tet Somnang & Meas Samon – Khnyom Jah Karake. A5- Houy Meas & Dara Chom Chan – Nek Na Min Rom (Who Isn’t Dancing). A6- Choun Malai – Jomreang Oun Chreang.
B1- Sinn Sisamouth – Navy a Go Go. B2- Liev Tuk – Rom Sue Sue (Dance Soul Soul) B3- Thra Kha Band – Do You No Wrong Again. B4- Yol Aularong & Liev Tuk – Sou Slarp Kroam Kombut Srey (Rather Die Under The Woman’s Sword) B5- Eng Nary – I Wonder. B6- Baksey Cham Krong + Mol Kamach De quoi pleures – tu

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Singapore Nuggets * The Ladies

GuerssenAdmin — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:00:00 +0000

During the 60’s and early 70’s, Singapore had one of most vibrant and interesting music scenes in Asia and even the world, and this compilation presents undeniable proof of it. Focusing exclusively on the female presence on the scene (be it as solo singers, backed by other bands or as band leaders) “Singapore Nuggets. The Ladies”, presents such and amazing collection of songs many will be shocked by the sheer genius of this ladies. Ranging from Naive Pop to Fuzzed out Garage (and more!) all within the confines of Pop Yeh Yeh, the fresh, colorful, local sound of 60’s Singapore in which western influences, Chinese, Arabic and Indian sounds were mixed by the locals to create a wonderfully idiosyncratic style. A must!

SIDE A A01 Chew Yan And The Stylers – Mimi Cat A02 Lim Ling & Silvertones – Forget but Can-t Forget You A03 Grace Lee and the stylers – Each and every flower A04 Violet Tang & Saints – You Are My Happiness A05 Rita Chao & Quests – The Boy Next Door A06 Sakura – Come On To My House A07 Naomi & The Boys Bad Loser SIDE B B01 Linda Yong And The Silvertones – Happy Lunar New Year B02 Patrina w Maurice Patton & Melodians – Lipstick On Your Collar B03 Liu Hui Yun B04 Evey Lyn & The Siglap Five – Tell Me If It’s True B05 Teresa Khoo & Her Five Notes – You Don’t Know Baby B06 Doris Ang & The Sandboys – Yummy Yummy Yummy B07 Shang Guan Su Shen – Walking in the Sunshine

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Bollywood Nuggets

GuerssenAdmin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 23:00:00 +0000

An astonishing overview of the magnificent musical talents that have populated for decades the powerful Hindi film ^ music industry, commonly known as Bollywood. With a predilection for movies with a strong musical backbone where songs and musical numbers play a pivotal role, the Hindi cinema boom gave birth to a strong and creative music industry where composers, musicians, musical directors, conductors, producers, singing actors, and playback singers (singers who provide vocals for the musical parts of roles played by actors or actresses) found a perfect place to develop their careers. A sample of those incredible talents is included in this compilation, the ideal point to start digging deeper into the lush garden of musical delights that is Bollywood.
Tracklist:
SIDE A A1. Chahe Mujhe Koi Junglee Kahen. Mohammedd Rafi (From Junglee, 1961) A2. Aye Naujawan Sab Kuch Yahan. Asha Bhosle (From Apradh, 1972) A3. Doob Doob Jata Hoon. Kishore Kumar (From Blackmail, 1973) A4. Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu. Geeta Dutt (From Howrah Bridge, 1958) A5. Nari Kathai. Written by Ilaiyaraaja, vocals by Kamal Haasan, Sridevi (From Moonram Pirai,1982) A6. Pretty Pretty Priya. Kalyanji & Anandji featuring G. Anand, Prayag, Jerry Adolf & Chorus (From Priya, 1970) SIDE B B1. Intinti Ramayanam. P. Susheela, S.P. Balasubrahmanyam (From Intinti Raamayanam, 1978) B2. Aao Twist Karein. Manna Dey & Chorus (From Bhoot Bungla, 1965) B3. Dhak Dhak Dhak. Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar (From Haathi Mere Saathi, 1971) B4. Bombshell Baby Of Bombay. Shankar & Jaikishan featuring Iqbal Singh (From Ek Phool Char Kante, 1960) B5. Mehbooba Mehbooba. R. D. Burman (From Sholay, 1984) B6. Ezhupaalam Kadamnu. S. Janaki & Brahmanandan (From Aazhi, 1978)

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Singapore Nuggets * The Ladies Vol 2

GuerssenAdmin — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 23:00:00 +0000

A new collection of female fronted Singapore recordings from the 60s and 70s, documenting one of the most vibrant music scenes during those incredible years. Be it as solo singers, backed by other bands or as band leaders, women had a huge pressence on the Singapore music scene, and here’s another 14 tracks to celebrate their legacy. All under the idiosincratic Pop Yeh Yeh umbrella and each with her strong personality and musical tendencies, the music contained in this beautiful record is an absolute trip for anyone interested in 60s and early 70s music.
TRACKLIST
A SIDE 1. Li Li Wong – It’s Gonna Be Alright 2. Lena Lim & The Stylers – Luna, Luna 3. Fung Po Po – Come On Silly Boy 4. Ervinna & the Stylers – Unknown Title 5. Nancy Sit – You Can’t Do That 6. Mai Le Huyen – Mat Xanh Con Gai 7. Lara & The Trailers – Run For Your Life
B SIDE 1. Chen Jie & The Golden Melody Band – Spring Wind Kisses My Face 2. Alina Rahman & The Bateks – Hilangkan Berganti 3. Wong Shiau Chuen & Brothers Hawk – Wo I Nee 4. Nam Hong – Unknown Title 5. Lotus Liew – Let’s Dance 6. The Crescendos – Silver Threads And Golden Needles 7. Siti Zaiton & The Firebyrds – Kesalahanku

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