This volume, correctly titled the hits of shakin stevens volume ii, carries on from that point and after greatest hits and the hits of. Shakin stevens had his first entry in the uk singles chart with hot dog in 1980 and has had a total of thirtythree uk top 40 hits, including four number one singles, and during the 1980s spent more weeks in the uk singles chart than any other artist. Inspired by classic rnb and rock music from the 50s and 60s, hes also known by his nickname shaky, a title used by fans of his popular singles such as the evergreen. It also is the greatest party cd avaiulable on the market. Anyone looking for a comprehensive collection of his best recordings should pick this up as it features the original versions of this ole house, you drive me crazy, oh julie, and the dave alvin penned marie marie. Shakin stevens born michael barratt, 4 march 1948, in ely, cardiff, south glamorgan, wales is a welsh rock and roll singer and performer who has the distinction of being the top selling male u. Michael barratt born 4 march 1948, known professionally as shakin stevens, is a welsh singer and songwriter. Its a must for every lover of this music and is an excellent addition to every collection. Shakin stevens greatest hits album tv advert 1984 album.
I say unfortunately because shaky was one of the most originalsounding acts of the era. Shakin stevens greatest hits album tv advert 1984 album cassette lwt 1984. The discography of welsh rock and roll singer shakin stevens consists of twenty studio albums, twentyone compilation albums, sixtynine singles, three box. Shakin stevens 2015 tribute blue christmas 2014 by frankie rockin smith. Shakin stevens greatest hits is a true rock n rollrockabilly album. His recording and performing career began in the late. Shakin stevens greatest hits volume 1 releases discogs.
He brought fifties rocknroll, albeit in an updated form, back to the british pop charts in the eighties. Download shakin stevens mp3 songs and albums music. See more ideas about rock and roll, top 40 hits and 80s music. Mar 11, 2017 shakin stevens greatest hits album tv advert 1984 album cassette lwt 1984. Stevens, shakin shakin stevens greatest hits amazon. Shakin stevens the best christmas of them all european televison 1990 by blastfromyourpast. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. I am really pleased with the shakin stevens greatest hits cd. Molly meldrum and shakin stevens guest host march 14, 1982. The discography of welsh rock and roll singer shakin stevens consists of twenty studio albums, twentyone compilation albums, sixtynine singles, three box sets, five video. Shakin stevens full official chart history official charts company. Music video by shakin stevens performing teardrops.
In 2004, he had a further platinum cddvd album in denmark and a gold album in south africa in 2005, he returned once again to the charts in the united kingdom with his greatest hits. Unfollow shakin stevens to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. In the uk alone, stevens has charted no fewer than 33 top 40 hit singles in the sales charts. Paradoxically so, because his sound hearkened to the fifties. Film strip pictures on rear are backtofront version of standard copy. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as descri.
His massive no1 hits feature on the shakin stevens collection include the likes of oh julie, merry christmas everyone, green door and this ole housesongs that cemented his place as one of the bestloved artists of the last 20 years. Best shakin stevens songs are curated in this music video playlist. Shakin stevens, the greatest and grooviest rocknroller of the 80s had a lots of hits, but they are not his best songs, really good are songs between the hits, songs like vanessa, is a bluebird blue, brand new man and much more, so i say, buy this one, yeah, his greatest hits, they are really good so how good must be the rest. This collection covers all his uk hit singles from 1980 to 1984. Mar 02, 2012 music video by shakin stevens performing teardrops. Unfollow shakin stevens cd to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Shakin stevens near mint nm or m grading lp vinyl records. Shakin stevens teardrops totp december 6th 1984 by aka81. Oct 04, 2014 lead guitar hank marvin michael barratt, known by the stage name of shakin stevens born 4 march 1948, in cardiff, wales, is a platinumselling welsh rock and roll singer and songwriter who. Original video, song facts and lyrics for the 1984 top 5 single teardrops by shakin stevens from his greatest hits album.
Enjoy the greatest hits of shakinstevens in this playlist. Listen free to shakin stevens greatest hits this ole house, you drive me crazy and more. Shakin stevens greatest hits for sale in uk view 19 ads. Stevens, shakin shakin stevens greatest hits music. He was the uks biggestselling singles artist of the 1980s.
Unfortunately for us yanks, he missed being a star of the mtvbritish invasion at that time. Stevens fully recovered and, in 2011, he embarked on the early part of his 30th anniversary tour. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from shakin stevens. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Shakin stevens has earned four number 1 hits on the official singles chart, including the legendary merry christmas everyone. Shakin stevens was the most successful uk singles chart performer of the 1980s with over 60 appearances on top of the pops. Withdrawn sleeve version with different picture on front. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Greatest shakinstevens hits are curated in this music video playlist. Enjoy the greatest hits of shakin stevens in this playlist. Shakin stevens greatest hits volume 1 1984, vinyl discogs. This collection covers all his uk hit singles from 1980 to 1984, which means most of his important tracks. Shakin stevens, also known as shaky born michael barratt, 4 march.
Check out other playlists for audio videos, live performances, interviews and more. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Check out other playlists for audio videos, live performances. In 2004, he had a further platinum cddvd album in denmark and. This list shows albums that peaked in the top 10 of the uk albums chart during 1984, as well as albums which peaked in 1983 and 1985 but were in the top 10 in 1984. The entry date is when the album appeared in the top ten for the first time week ending, as published by the official charts company, which is six days after the chart is announced.