Larry Parnes - Larry Parnes Extravaganza

UK collection that spotlights on the pre-Beatles era when Larry Parnes, who some consider the first major British Rock manager, was transforming the pop music scene. His package tours of carefully groomed young men crisscrossed the nation in rickety coaches, entertaining sell-out crowds at theatres and hastily converted cinemas. This release recaptures the spirit of the times, with a blend of hit favorites and rocking rarities by the singers who trod the board every night for a pittance. Several tracks appear on CD for the first time.