{"product_id":"various-artists-the-summer-album-1986-vinyl-lp-record","title":"Various Artists – The Summer Album (1986) Vinyl LP Record","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbum Introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a little sunshine to the turntable with The Summer Album, a 30-track collection from the Now That’s What I Call Music series. Released in 1986 on EMI and Virgin, this double album brings together feel-good pop, laid-back soul, surf harmonies and summer favourites spanning several decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe selection moves comfortably from The Beach Boys and The Beatles to Bill Withers, 10cc and Katrina and the Waves. Relaxed moments such as “Groovin’” and “Summer Breeze” sit alongside the brighter energy of “Walking on Sunshine” and “Give It Up”, creating a varied soundtrack for an afternoon with friends or a nostalgic listening session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blue-sky cover and colourful gatefold interior complete the holiday atmosphere. Inside, artist photographs and track notes offer something to explore while the records play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand-Out Tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Isley Brothers – “Summer Breeze”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mellow groove and flowing guitar work give this song its warm, unhurried character. The soulful vocal makes it an inviting choice for easing into the collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Beach Boys – “California Girls”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich vocal harmonies and a buoyant arrangement bring a classic West Coast flavour. Its bright melody captures the escapist spirit running through the album.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBill Withers – “Lovely Day”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA supple bassline and relaxed rhythm provide the foundation for Withers’ reassuring vocal. The sustained notes of the chorus turn a simple expression of optimism into something memorable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKatrina and the Waves – “Walking on Sunshine”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn energetic rhythm and exuberant lead vocal bring an immediate lift to the third side. It’s one of the collection’s most joyful selections, full of singalong appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Beatles – “Here Comes the Sun”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Harrison’s acoustic guitar and gentle melody introduce the final side with a sense of renewal. The carefully layered arrangement offers a quieter kind of optimism among the more upbeat summer songs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_1thwv_191\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Various Artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: The Summer Album\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1986\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: EMI \/ Virgin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue No.: SUMMER 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Double Vinyl LP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging: Gatefold sleeve with artist photographs and track notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressing: Exact pressing variant unconfirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Pop, Rock, Soul, Surf Pop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecade: 1980s compilation featuring recordings from several decades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTracks: 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarcode: 5099926106731\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: VG+\/VG+, see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/pages\/condition-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCondition Grading Guide\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/1980s-vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003e1980s Vinyl\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e collection, our full \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eVinyl Records\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range, or our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/compact-discs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCompact Discs\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59530188947804,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1938\/8252\/files\/Various_Artists_The_Summer_Album_1986_Vinyl_LP_Record.jpg?v=1792147491","url":"https:\/\/www.groovejunkievinyl.co.uk\/products\/various-artists-the-summer-album-1986-vinyl-lp-record","provider":"Groove Junkie Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}