Viva Marina [2LP]

Various Artists - Viva Marina [2LP]

Double LP version. Viva Marina' celebrates the 100th release of Marina Records. The label was founded in Hamburg in 1993 by Stefan Kassel and Frank Lahnemann. Over the years the label released many outstanding albums by artists like The Pearlfishers, Shack, Brent Cash, The Bathers, James Kirk, The Free Design, Malcolm Ross, Ashby, Paul Quinn & The Independent Group, Der Plan, and many many more -- including the best-selling Beach Boys/Brian Wilson tribute album Caroline Now!. Viva Marina is the fourth of the label's acclaimed compilations -- following in the footsteps of In Bed With Marina, Ave Marina, and Goosebumps. These compilations have all been elaborate classy affairs with lots of attention to detail (packaging/design/liner notes/photography/mastering). Artefacts of beautifully curated Pop Art. The new compilation continues in that tradition. It features 21 tracks from the Marina roster and kindred spirits like Van Dyke Parks, The Kingfishers, Frank Schmiechen, and Michel van Dyke. Featuring many exclusive and previously unissued contributions. Also featuring Evelyn Pope, Warren Mcintyre, David Scott, Marina Unlimited Orchestra, Fascinator, The Tall Poppies, Oscar In Venice, Dislocation Dance, and the Colin Steele Quartet.

Tracks:

01. The Free Design - Listen
02. Evelyn Pope - Surround Yourself In Sound
03. James Kirk & Warren Mcintyre - Iron Star 
04. Frank Schmiechen - Irgendein Franzosischer Film 
05. The Kingfishers - Long Lost Friend 
06. Brent Cash - Good Morning Sunshine 
07. David Scott - The Last Great American Dynasty
08. Shack - Carousel 
09. Michel Van Dyke - Ich Find Dich Gut 
10. Marina Unlimited Orchestra - Vermont Snowflakes 
11. The Bathers - No Risk No Glory 
12. Fascinator - Mississippi Mud
13. The Tall Poppies - The Return Of The Snow Lamb 
14. Ashby - You Can Have It All 
15. Norman Blake & David Scott - Hammond Song 
16. Oscar In Venice - Michael Joseph Scott 
17. Dislocation Dance - It's A Long Way Down 
18. The Pearlfishers - Limelight 
19. Colin Steele Quartet - The Vampires Of Camelon 
20. Malcolm Ross - Heartbroken All Over Again 
21. Van Dyke Parks - Chateau Marmont