Product Description The Anthology by Chuck BerryWhen sold by .com, this product will be manufactured on demand using CD-R recordable media. .com's standard return policy will apply. .com By all rights, Chuck Berry should be walking on red carpets and playing palaces around the world. Of course, for various, often unseemly reasons, this is not the case in 2000 and it's a shame. In a weird way, Berry's legacy--his influence and his innovation--often obscures the brilliance of the music itself. He didn't just pave the way for rock & roll's domination, he also created some of the genre's best songs regardless of historical impact. With an arsenal that included slashing boogie-woogie-inspired guitar leads, a forceful, convincing vocal delivery, and an incredible knack for lyrical flow, Berry set awfully high standards for rock. If the three-disc Chess Box is more than you're looking for, this 50-song, two-CD set gives you all of the high points (except for the Christmas songs), all nicely remastered in a way that restores the music's rhythmic intensity. Berry's career enjoyed many peaks: his earliest triumphs from the mid-1950s proved the appeal of his country-and-R&B hybrid; in 1958 he delivered an astonishing run of creative and commercial successes from "Johnny B. Goode" to "Carol"; in 1964, after watching from prison as the Beatles jump-started their career on his engine, Berry returned with a vengeance, reeling off "Nadine," "You Never Can Tell," "Promised Land"--each one a gem--along with other ferociously energetic romps like "Dear Dad." Berry's music is all about momentum, and his brilliantly building, universally resonant three-minute narratives fused with the driving music to powerful effect, churning into eternity like the locomotive in "Let It Rock." "Can't stop the train, gotta let it roll on," he sings, and you can actually feel the train bearing down on you. --Marc Greilsamer
B**E
Worth Having
Sound quality is pretty good, considering Chess equipment and facilities were not state of the art. Lots of great songs here that did not get much airplay, although why they included the raunchy version of Rockin' and Reelin' and the cringe-inducing My Ding-a-Ling is beyond me, but I guess that falls under Anthology. A definitive, must-have for a serious Rock and Roll collection.
C**V
Only missing one song
This kick ass compilation is only missing "Run Rudolph Run". But other than that, it's damn good.
G**E
Chuck
I purchased this album along with a few other vintage performers albums in the hope that with the aid of modern technology the recordings may be actually capable of being listened to without the need for grimacing at the four thousand clicks, whistles and hums. I find this collection terrific and the sound quality is really good too. Who ever remastered this album certainly knew their stuff. If you like Chuck Berry and the music of our time then you will really like this album.Gerry
S**I
Lots of Chuck Berry
Berry's music expresses much fun. Lots of it can't be bad.
C**N
Best sound quality yet!!
I've had my anthology for a week now. The amazing sound quality is the most impressive I've heard yet from Chuck Berry's catalog and I've owned many variations.The audio quality is fresh with little to no distortion. What I like best is the mix which gives one the impression you are in a room with the band.This anthology is very highly recommended for those looking for the best mixing and 'I'm there' type of sound.
R**H
Many Great Chuck Berry Songs
Very good selection of the many Chuck Berry songs.
V**C
Here you get pretty much everything you will ever need
Here you get pretty much everything you will ever need. A great value with 50 tracks on 2 CD's.Also, sound wise this is the best sounding compilation of Chuck Berry.
A**R
Four Stars
Amazing
D**T
The cd is good for old original recordings from decades ago.
Authentic original recordings but digital equipment highlights lacking. I hope all suppliers will put pressure on AMAZON to stop needlessly destroying millions of pounds worth of prouducts by boycotting their supplies.
J**K
A superb introduction to the poet of rock 'n' roll.
This excellent 2-CD set features 50 of Chuck Berry's CHESS recordings in chronological order between 1955 & 1973.With Berry(vocals & guitar) were a variety of talented musicians including Matt Murphy(guitar); Willie Dixon(bass); Johnnie Johnson, Lafayette Leake(piano); Fred Below, Ebby Hardy & Jasper Thomas(drums); Leroy C. Davis(tenor sax); Etta James & The Marquees(backing vocals); The Ecuadors(backing vocals).With Berry's distinctive guitar sound and imaginative lyrics this well-remastered double CD, 'The Anthology', is a superb introduction to the hugely influential poet of rock 'n' roll.
A**N
Excellent Collection
The CD was a great selection. Enjoyed all of the numbers.
J**S
Hail Hail Rock n' Roll.
Difficult to rate the works of Chuck Berry any differently. A founding father and innovator of Rock n' Roll. Many of the greats of the 60's, 70's and beyond acknowledge the huge influence Chuck had on them and their music.Hail Hail Chuck Berry.
M**E
Lively music
I just love Chuck Berry and his music, this cheers me up any time I hear any track on this excellent CD
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