A Sign Of The Times/My Love/Heart/I Couldn’t Live Without Your Love/You’d Better Come Home/You’re The One/I Know A Place/Just Say Goodbye/Round Every Corner/Where Did We Go Wrong/Call Me/Downtown
Hit Parade features a collection of Petula's best known tracks from the Tony Hatch period. A more comprehensive CD of her many hits can be confidently recommended. (UK:18)
"Petula Clark was an accomplished performer long before she was recognized in the US with her legendary hit Downtown. She has sold over 68 million records in her career, a testament to her universal and enduring appeal. This LP captures the boundless energy and optimism of her top 40 hits of the mid 60s. Her music is most often soaring and infectious, yet she can also exhibit a lush and layered sensuality."
"Clark is the only performer I can think of who made such a completely successful transition from the post-war pre-rock 'n' roll era to the beat boom of the 1960s, and she seems to have blended into the 60s teen pop scene without any difficulty at all, having a whole string of hits during that time."
"These are infectious songs that sound as wonderful today as they did forty years ago. Each one is a gem."
"Don't be fooled by the imitations, these are the original versions of Petula's hits. Tony Hatch's songs and production shine when graced by Petula's voice. In addition to the really big hits, this collection includes many of her lesser gems."
"Her 60s career was aided no end by having a highly-talented in-house songwriter writing her material for her, in the form of Tony Hatch. This album is a fine collection of Hatch written songs, all from the mid-60s period, mostly accompanied by skilfully arranged strings and brass, and all exuding a strong 60s pop ambience."
"Petula sings Downtown with so much soul you just know this is her own idea of where to go for fun and good times with friends. A Sign Of The Times sports a 1960s rock beat and Petula bats this one straight out of the ballpark. I Know A Place highlights a melody that's practically triumphant; Petula celebrates her love for her man as they go to their favourite club. My Love also boasts a triumphant, joyful melody as Petula celebrates her one true man."
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