Music Mentor Books Ultimate Encyclopedia British Hit LPs 1950s-1960s Reference

The Ultimate Encyclopedia of British Hit LPs of the '50s and '60s is the definitive reference work for music historians and collectors serious about understanding post-war British recording history. Compiled entirely from original sources, this comprehensive guide documents over 1,100 hit LPs with meticulous detail: complete label information, mono and stereo catalogue numbers, original release dates and prices, chart entry data, peak chart positions across all five main UK LP charts plus Budget LP charts, weeks spent on each chart, and full track listings for every album. The book opens with an Artist A-Z section followed by dedicated sections covering compilations, stage and studio cast albums, and soundtracks. Beyond raw data, the encyclopedia includes analytical insight into key aspects of chart performance, making it an indispensable resource for anyone researching British popular music from this era or building an authentic collection.