No. 1 Record - BIG STAR***

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Big Star were an American power-pop band who enjoyed a cult status in the mid 1970s. Led by the former Box Tops vocalist Alex Chilton No.1 Record was their debut album.

“Classic power pop, literally every one of the tracks would have sounded great on radio. Unfortunately, in spite of rave critical reviews, the small Stax-affiliated Ardent label ran into severe distribution problems which effectively limited sales. A must own addition to your collection.”

“It's a bold move to call your debut album #1 Record, but in Big Star's case it's appropriate. Big Star combined the best elements of Beatles, Rolling Stones and Byrds to create a unique sound which is mostly classified as power pop.”

“Big Star were an awesome band. They have a combination of great rockers and acoustic ballads. It’s a shame these guys went unnoticed for years, because what they put out was incredible, they were just missing a niche.”

“It starts off well enough, the first side is filled with some memorable and infectious tracks. Afterwards though, my interest wanes as the rest of the album lacks the appeal that it's leading tunes have to offer. It just feels like a sweetly sung, acoustic guitar-led mush.”

“Big Star's debut #1 Record is a missing link between the pop pleasures of the Beatles era and the lean, hard power pop of the likes of Cheap Trick and others. With tight compositions and pristine performances, Alex Chilton and his band mates craft an infectious confection of pop classics.”

“Big Star were never big, but their first LP is great pop music. They never got the recognition they deserved with the jangling guitars and beautiful harmonies.”

“Perfect power pop from one of rock and roll's hidden treasure bands. This is filled with great pop songs. In a fairer world all these songs would be well-known hits.”

"It is a good pop selection, the album starts with more upbeat themes with more softer songs towards the end. The lyrics are simple but honest, the singing decent and the guitar is quite entertaining.”