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Diana Ross And The Supremes – Anthology (used)
Diana Ross And The Supremes – Anthology (used)
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Diana Ross And The Supremes – Anthology
"Anthology" is a series of compilation albums by
The Supremes, which feature recordings primarily from the period when Diana Ross was the group's lead singer.
Key Information about the 1974 "Anthology" Release:
- Release Date: May 1974.
- Significance: This album was a significant step in the compilation releases for The Supremes, encompassing a broader range of their work than previous "Greatest Hits" albums. It included their numerous R&B and pop hits, along with more experimental tracks, showcasing the group's versatility. It was included in Robert Christgau's "basic record library" of 1950s and 1960s music.
- Format: The initial version was a 35-track triple LP record collection. It featured a 3-fold cover.
- Content: The album covered material from 1962 to 1969, featuring Diana Ross as the lead singer alongside Florence Ballard and Mary Wilson, and later Cindy Birdsong. It includes many of The Supremes' biggest hits, such as "Where Did Our Love Go", "Baby Love", "Stop! In the Name of Love", and "You Can't Hurry Love". It also included less known songs and ventures into other genres.
- Commercial Performance: The album charted at No. 24 on Billboard's "Black Albums" and No. 66 on "Pop Albums".
- Producer(s): A range of producers contributed to the tracks on the album, including Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, Eddie Holland, Smokey Robinson, and Berry Gordy Jr., among others.
- Critical Reception: Reviewers have generally praised the album for its comprehensive collection of hits and the inclusion of lesser-known tracks. Customers have described it as a "truly great compilation with rare songs" and a "nicely curated collection". The album's sound quality has been described positively by some, while others have expressed mixed reactions.
Subsequent Releases:
Motown released revised versions of "Anthology" in 1986, 1995, and 2001, some of which included tracks from the 1970s era of The Supremes after Diana Ross had left.
This 1974 "Anthology" remains a valuable collection for fans of The Supremes and their classic Motown sound.
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