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 01. Wailers, The "Out of our tree" 02. Sonics, The "Psycho" 03. Bearer, Paul & The Hearsemen "I've been thinking" 04. Bootmen, The "Ain't it the truth babe" 05. Galaxies, The "She said I do" 06. Sonics, The "The Witch" 07. Bootmen, The "Off the hook" 08. Rooks, The "Believe In You" 09. Bootmen, The "1, 2, 3, 4" 10. Rockin' Robin Roberts / Wailers, The "Louie Louie" 11. Galaxies, The "Make love to me baby" 12. Bearer, Paul & The Hearsemen "Route 66" 13. Bootmen, The "Love you all I can" 14. Davies, Ron "Mistake" 15. Sonics, The "The Hustler" 16. Rooks, The "I'll be the one" 17. Bootmen, The "Black widow" 18. Galaxies, The "On the beach" 19. Bootmen, The "You can be replaced" 20. Sonics, The "Shot down" 21. Bootmen, The "Wherever you hide" 22. Galaxies, The "I'm a worker" 23. Sonics, The "Boss Hoss" 24. Mayalta Page "Don't Worry About Me Baby"
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W/ Wailers, Sonics, Bootmen, Rooks, Galaxies |
| | Description: | Required Etiquette by Various, released 27 March 2003, includes the following tracks: "I've Been Thinking", "She Said I Do", "Off The Hook", "1,2,3,4" and more.
This version of Required Etiquette comes as a 1xCD. - W/ WAILERS, SONICS, BOOTMEN, ROOKS, GALAXIESBig Beat returns to the Great Northwest to anthologize the legendary Etiquette label, founded & run by those architects of Northwest rock 'n' roll, the Wailers. This compilation focuses on the other NW garage bands that the Wailers signed, producing & releasing masters on some of the finest combos to emerge from that hallowed region. 'Required Etiquette' documents the label's output from 1964-1966, & most of it has never been reissued in any form. Artists featured include the Sonics (presenting several unissued alternate versions of Sonics' classics), the Galaxies, the Bootmen, & the Rooks. 24 tracks plus a 16-page booklet with some cool pics & complete notes on the story of Etiquette & the bands. Big Beat/Ace Records. 2003.tracks 2,6,7,14,19,20 previously unissued"REQUIRED ETIQUETTE" on CD is a stylistically diverse compilation that brings together a carefully curated selection of tracks under the "Various" artist banner. Instead of focusing on a single performer, this release highlights the breadth and depth of its musical spectrum: from infectious, club-ready grooves to more laid-back, atmospheric cuts, the compilation is designed to flow like a well-crafted DJ set. The sequencing creates a narrative arc, guiding the listener through different moods and energies while maintaining a coherent overall sound. Whether used as background ambience or as an attentive listening experience, "REQUIRED ETIQUETTE" offers a rounded portrait of contemporary, beat-driven music with a strong sense of taste and selection.
The strength of this CD lies in its stylistic variety and the way it balances accessibility with credibility. Each track contributes its own sonic color, yet nothing feels random; there is a clear curatorial hand at work, paying attention to groove, sound design and emotional impact. Fans of compilations that aim to introduce them to both new names and fresh sounds within a cohesive framework will find "REQUIRED ETIQUETTE" particularly appealing. The overall production values are high, making the disc suitable both for home listening and as a sonic companion for nightlife-oriented environments.
Big Beat, as the manufacturer and label, has built a reputation for delivering high-quality releases with a focus on strong, contemporary sounds and carefully considered tracklists. Known for working within modern, rhythm-oriented styles, Big Beat tends to emphasize energetic, forward-thinking productions and a polished sound. With this compilation, the label again demonstrates its role as a filter and gatekeeper: instead of flooding listeners with quantity, it presents a compact, well-selected set of tracks that reflect its understanding of current trends while striving for lasting replay value. | | | No. of tracks: |
24 |
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0000224WIK |
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