It appears that Lulu doesn't care much for her early recordings on the Decca label, but I regard those Decca years as being among her best of Lulu`s illustrious career. While these recordings were not especially successful overall, the style of these recordings generally suited Lulu well. Nine singles were released in Britain (the booklet text says eight, but the accompanying discography lists nine), five of which completely missed the charts and two were only minor hits. The other two both made the top ten and one of them, though by no means Lulu's biggest hit chart-wise, remains the song for which she is best remembered.
This compilation lives up to its title, containing every song that Lulu recorded for Decca, even including both sides of a German single. The big hits (Shout, Leave a little love), the minor hits (Here comes the night, Try to understand), the misses (Can't hear you no more, Satisfied, Tell me like it is, Call me, What a wonderful feeling) and their B-sides are all here, along with four tracks from an EP and all, the tracks that appeared on two albums released in 1965 and 1967 respectively. Actually, those two albums included a fair number of tracks that also appeared as A or B sides of singles, but there is no duplication in this compilation.
It is a mystery as to why Lulu failed to achieve more consistent chart success with Decca. Perhaps the choice of A-sides wasn't always the best, but Here comes the night (which only just scraped into the UK charts) became a much bigger UK hit for Them, the group that propelled Van Morrison to stardom, a few months later. Another mystery is the complete failure of Call me, a cover of the Tony Hatch / Jackie Trent classic. Petula Clark recorded this song first, as she did with so many of Tony and Jackie's songs, but her version was not released as a single. In America, the song was a huge hit for Chris Montez, but nobody had a hit with the song in Britain, although it is now considered to be a classic song. Getting back to the choice of A-sides, the liner notes suggest several tracks that might have made great A-sides and could have been hits at the time, but hindsight is always easy. With hindsight, Decca's biggest mistake in the sixties had nothing to do with Lulu. It came a year or two before they signed Lulu, when they opted to sign Brian Poole and the Tremeloes instead of the Beatles, though at the time most record labels would have made the same decision.
So Lulu's Decca singles, with two exceptions, were unsuccessful, while her EP's and LP's also failed to chart in Britain. Her German single flopped in Germany. Yet there is plenty to like about this compilation, which shows Lulu's love of American R+B music and her ability to record it. Apart from Shout (a cover of a very early Isley Brothers song), Lulu also covered Heat wave (Martha Reeves and the Vandellas), What's easy for two is so hard for one (Mary Wells), Just one look (Doris Troy - this became a UK hit for the Hollies), She will break your heart (Impressions), Stubborn kinda fellow and Can I get a witness (both Marvin Gaye) among others. An excellent song written by the Rolling Stones, Surprise surprise, was released as a B-side. There are also great covers of Dream lover, He's sure the boy I love and Tossing and turning, all given Lulu`s distinctive R+B treatment..
Although plenty of these tracks have been released on earlier compilations of Lulu's Decca music, this definitive set is long overdue. With only two big UK hits among them (and no big American hits), a lot of people may wonder why bother. But charts have never told the whole story. What really matters is the quality of the music. Here, what you get is fantastic sixties pop music with a heavy dose of R+B.
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Track Listings
Disc: 1
1 | Shout (Single Version) |
2 | Forget Me Baby |
3 | Cant Hear You No More |
4 | I Am in Love |
5 | Here Comes the Night |
6 | Thats Really Some Good |
7 | Heatwave |
8 | What's Easy for Two Is So Hard for One |
9 | Nothing Left to Do But Cry |
10 | The Trouble With Boys |
11 | Choc Ice |
12 | The Only One |
13 | Satisfied |
14 | Surprise, Surprise |
15 | Just One Look |
16 | Leave a Little Love |
17 | He Dont Want Your Love Anymore |
18 | Try to Understand |
19 | Not in This Whole World |
20 | You Touch Me Baby |
21 | You'll Never Leave Her |
Disc: 2
1 | I'll Come Running Over |
2 | She Will Break Your Heart |
3 | Can I Get a Witness |
4 | Tell Me Like It Is |
5 | Night Time Is the Right Time |
6 | So in Love |
7 | Dream Lover |
8 | He's Sure the Boy I Love |
9 | Stop Fooling Around |
10 | Call Me |
11 | After You |
12 | What a Wonderful Feeling |
13 | Tossin and Turnin |
14 | Stubborn Kinda Fellow |
15 | Take Me As I Am |
16 | Lies |
17 | Bye Bye Heart |
18 | Dont Answer Me |
19 | When He Touches Me |
20 | Wenn Du Da Bist |
21 | So Fing Es An |
Product description
RE-PRESS: CD ORIGINALLY RELEASED IN 2009
- First-ever collection of Lulu’s complete recordings for Decca from 1964 to 1967.
- Featuring 42 tracks taken from two albums, a scarce EP, and a raft of singles.
- Includes the Top 10 hits ‘Shout!’ (here in its rarer mono single variation) and ‘Leave A Little Love’, plus other hits ‘Here Comes The Night’ and ‘Try To Understand’.
- Sleevenotes include new quotes from Lulu.
- Includes two rare German language tracks.
- Several tracks include session work from the legendary Jimmy Page.
- And the exclusive Jagger/Richards composition ‘Surprise, Surprise’.
Product details
- Is discontinued by manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 14.3 x 12.4 x 1.3 cm; 113.97 Grams
- Manufacturer : Rpm
- Manufacturer reference : CDRPM856
- Original Release Date : 2009
- Label : Rpm
- ASIN : B0025T7160
- Country of origin : France
- Number of discs : 2
- Best Sellers Rank: 73,704 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 November 2009
These first recordings in Lulu's long career were made on Decca Records. All the tracks on this double CD were made while she was still a teenager and there are some remarkable vocal performances from someone so young. Her 2 years with Decca produced 4 hits, the biggest being 'Shout' and her northern soul gem 'Leave A Little Love' which showcases a powerhouse vocal for someone not yet 16. For every bright, lively track on this collection - including a song written for her by The Rolling Stones - there's a big ballad that she also performs effortlessly. A standout track is 'Stop Fooling Around' which years later was sampled by Fatboy Slim and Ker Phunk. There are also some recordings done for the German market and a duet with Alan Price in amongst other rareties all making this CD an ideal way to hear how it all started for pop's most enduring princess.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 July 2016
I have to admit, I tend to be a bit fussy when it comes to artist collections. Inevitably there is often something missing. Nevertheless, it still doesn’t seem to deter or prevent certain labels from attaching the all-encompassing word ‘complete’ to their collections. It is after all a good comfort word, a word that entices the buyer into feeling at least safe in the knowledge that complete – means complete. It’s a shame therefore that so many labels tend to use it rather too readily and often without delivering the full package. Fortunately, I’m glad to report this doesn’t apply to RPM Records, and their double CD collection Shout! The Complete DECCA Recordings of LULU - a super collection which delivers exactly what it promises.
It was May 20th, 1964 when the 15 year-old Glaswegian fireball Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, aka Lulu first entered the UK singles chart. The song was of course Shout! – a rousing cover version of the Isley Brothers hit from 1959. The track is often considered today as a classic and catapulted Lulu to instant overnight fame. Whilst perhaps small in stature, her voice was anything but – and there was no disputing those feisty R&B vocal tones which practically ripped from shaking speaker cabinets. If the truth be known, it’s perhaps fair to say that Lulu’s time spent at Decca was something of a struggle, especially in terms of consistency and hit-making. However, what this period did demonstrate was her raw energy and relentless enthusiasm, all of which was there in abundance. Her gutsy style and delivery provided a perfect female symmetry which both equalled and complimented that of her Decca stablemates The Rolling Stones.
RPM’s 2 CD, 42 track collection takes you through a unique journey which is packed with delights. ‘Can’t hear you no more’ and ‘I’ll come running over’ serve as gutsy reminders and great examples of the UK’s sharp sixties beat. Both tracks also showcase some gritty guitar work provided by a youthful Jimmy Page – who, at the time was employed by Decca as an upcoming session musician. ‘Leave a little love’ illustrates a nice turn of pace for Lulu, a track written exclusively for her by Decca’s prolific composer Les Reed and Peter Callander (aka Robin Conrad). The song was written for the 1965 Brighton song festival which ended somewhat controversially for Lulu, but nevertheless provided her with another UK top ten hit. The compilation also features an original Jagger / Richards track ‘Surprise, surprise which eventually ended up being used as a B-side.
It’s only when you take a step back and a longer second look at this compilation when you realise exactly how much is contained within this collection. Firstly, there is Lulu’s two full albums ‘Something to shout about’ (1965) and ‘Lulu’ (1967) released originally on Decca’s Ace of Clubs label. Secondly, there’s her 9 singles (both A’s and B’s) a rare EP which included a cover of Martha and the Vandellas’ ‘Heatwave’ and showcased her love for the U.S. Motown sound. On top of this, RPM have also included a scarcely heard German language 45 single. It’s a compilation that has been collated with a great deal of care and meticulous attention. A fabulous colour booklet includes many rare record covers, a full Decca Discography and liner notes written by John Reed and the lady herself, Lulu. Audio quality throughout is both clean and dynamic, making this a solid and trusted representation of Lulu’s formative early years. ~ Darren Allison ~
It was May 20th, 1964 when the 15 year-old Glaswegian fireball Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, aka Lulu first entered the UK singles chart. The song was of course Shout! – a rousing cover version of the Isley Brothers hit from 1959. The track is often considered today as a classic and catapulted Lulu to instant overnight fame. Whilst perhaps small in stature, her voice was anything but – and there was no disputing those feisty R&B vocal tones which practically ripped from shaking speaker cabinets. If the truth be known, it’s perhaps fair to say that Lulu’s time spent at Decca was something of a struggle, especially in terms of consistency and hit-making. However, what this period did demonstrate was her raw energy and relentless enthusiasm, all of which was there in abundance. Her gutsy style and delivery provided a perfect female symmetry which both equalled and complimented that of her Decca stablemates The Rolling Stones.
RPM’s 2 CD, 42 track collection takes you through a unique journey which is packed with delights. ‘Can’t hear you no more’ and ‘I’ll come running over’ serve as gutsy reminders and great examples of the UK’s sharp sixties beat. Both tracks also showcase some gritty guitar work provided by a youthful Jimmy Page – who, at the time was employed by Decca as an upcoming session musician. ‘Leave a little love’ illustrates a nice turn of pace for Lulu, a track written exclusively for her by Decca’s prolific composer Les Reed and Peter Callander (aka Robin Conrad). The song was written for the 1965 Brighton song festival which ended somewhat controversially for Lulu, but nevertheless provided her with another UK top ten hit. The compilation also features an original Jagger / Richards track ‘Surprise, surprise which eventually ended up being used as a B-side.
It’s only when you take a step back and a longer second look at this compilation when you realise exactly how much is contained within this collection. Firstly, there is Lulu’s two full albums ‘Something to shout about’ (1965) and ‘Lulu’ (1967) released originally on Decca’s Ace of Clubs label. Secondly, there’s her 9 singles (both A’s and B’s) a rare EP which included a cover of Martha and the Vandellas’ ‘Heatwave’ and showcased her love for the U.S. Motown sound. On top of this, RPM have also included a scarcely heard German language 45 single. It’s a compilation that has been collated with a great deal of care and meticulous attention. A fabulous colour booklet includes many rare record covers, a full Decca Discography and liner notes written by John Reed and the lady herself, Lulu. Audio quality throughout is both clean and dynamic, making this a solid and trusted representation of Lulu’s formative early years. ~ Darren Allison ~
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 May 2009
In recent years, Lulu's complete Columbia and Atco/Atlantic recordings have been released on double CDs, preceded by her 70's Polydor/Chelsea output. Her 90's/00's recordings are all available too, so it's most appropriate that this double CD takes us right back to the beginning and collects all of the wee Scots lass's early Decca material from 64-66 in one exciting package. Admittedly, almost all of this era has been issued before - more than once in fact - but there are a couple of extremely rare tracks here that have never been on CD before and it's just great to have everything from the period finally all together on one release. So now we just have to await Lulu's late 70's/early 80's material from her GTO/Alfa/Jive days and then the Lulu archives will be complete. Until then, enjoy this great package celebrating where it all began!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 July 2016
Unfortunately I wouldn't recommend this CD, unless you only want her hit Shout. Disappointed 😞.