1.10 Frankie Valli ; the Four Seasons - December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)
1.11 Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free
1.12 Barry White - You See the Trouble with Me
1.13 Melba Moore - This Is It
1.14 Mud - Shake It Down
1.15 Smokie - I'll Meet You at Midnight
1.16 Bryan Ferry - Let's Stick Together
1.17 Sailor - a Glass of Champagne
1.18 Steve Harley ; Cockney Rebel - Here Comes the Sun
1.19 Paul Simon - 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
1.20 Joan Armatrading - Love and Affection
1.21 Diana Ross - Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going to)
2.1 Elton John ; Kiki Dee - Don't Go Breaking My Heart
2.2 Cliff Richard - Devil Woman
2.3 Demis Roussos - Forever and Ever
2.4 Guys N Dolls - You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
2.5 Brotherhood of Man - Save Your Kisses for Me
2.6 Showaddywaddy - Under the Moon of Love
2.7 Slik - Forever and Ever
2.8 Status Quo - Mystery Song
2.9 Thin Lizzy - the Boys Are Back in Town
2.10 The Who - Squeeze Box
2.11 John Miles - Music
2.12 Hot Chocolate - Don't Stop It Now
2.13 The Drifters - Can I Take You Home Little Girl?
2.14 Billy Ocean - Love Really Hurts Without You
2.15 Dana - Fairytale
2.16 David Dundas - Jeans on
2.17 Paul Nicholas - Dancing with the Captain
2.18 Fox - S-S-S-Single Bed
2.19 Bay City Rollers - Love Me Like I Love You
2.20 Kursaal Flyers - Little Does She Know
2.21 The Wurzels - the Combine Harvester (Brand New Key)
3.1 Donna Summer - Love to Love You Baby
3.2 Andrea True Connection - More, More, More
3.3 Diana Ross - Love Hangover
3.4 Vicki Sue Robinson - Turn the Beat Around
3.5 Tavares - Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel (Part 1)
3.6 The O'Jays - I Love Music
3.7 The Miracles - Love Machine - Pt. 1
3.8 Barry White - Let the Music Play
3.9 Jimmy James ; the Vagabonds - Now Is the Time
3.10 The Stylistics - Can't Help Falling in Love
3.11 Lou Rawls - You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine
3.12 The Isley Brothers - Harvest for the World
3.13 Marvin Gaye - I Want You
3.14 Gladys Knight ; the Pips - Midnight Train to Georgia
3.15 James ; Bobby Purify - I'm Your Puppet
3.16 The Manhattans - Kiss and Say Goodbye
3.17 Yvonne Fair - It Should Have Been Me
3.18 Archie Bell ; the Drells - Soul City Walk
3.19 Wild Cherry - Play That Funky Music
3.20 James Brown - Get Up Offa That Thing
3.21 Lalo Schifrin - Jaws
4.1 Wings - Silly Love Songs
4.2 Elton John - Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word
4.3 Dr. Hook - a Little Bit More
4.4 Dolly Parton - Jolene
4.5 Pussycat - Mississippi
4.6 Billie Jo Spears - What I've Got in Mind
4.7 C.W. McCall - Convoy
4.8 Neil Diamond - Beautiful Noise
4.9 Randy Edelman - Concrete and Clay
4.10 Sutherland Brothers ; Quiver - Arms of Mary
4.11 Liverpool Express - You Are My Love
4.12 Climax Blues Band - Couldn't Get It Right
4.13 Linda Ronstadt - Tracks of My Tears
4.14 Yvonne Elliman - Love Me
4.15 R ; J Stone - We Do It
4.16 Daryl Hall ; John Oates - She's Gone
4.17 The Walker Brothers - No Regrets
4.18 Gallagher and Lyle - Heart on My Sleeve
4.19 Eric Carmen - All By Myself
4.20 Cliff Richard - Miss You Nights
4.21 Johnny Mathis - When a Child Is Born
Description:
"Now Yearbook 1976 / Various" on CD from Universal UK is a lovingly curated musical time capsule that brings together a broad selection of hits from one of the most exciting years in pop history. Conceived in the spirit of the legendary "Now That's What I Call Music" series, the Yearbook 1976 edition focuses on capturing the sound, mood and stylistic diversity of that specific year rather than spotlighting individual artists. Across its many tracks, the compilation reflects the vibrant crossover of styles that defined 1976: catchy pop melodies, rock anthems, early hints of new wave, soulful ballads and dancefloor-friendly tunes that shaped radio playlists and record collections alike. The CD format offers clear, consistent sound quality and convenient navigation through a rich, thematically structured tracklist, making it ideal both for dedicated collectors of music history and for casual listeners who want an accessible introduction to the musical landscape of 1976. Whether you are rediscovering your youth or exploring this era for the first time, "Now Yearbook 1976 / Various" provides a coherent, expertly sequenced journey through a defining year of popular music, perfect for long drives, relaxed evenings or themed music nights.
The compilation's strength lies in its stylistic breadth: it juxtaposes high-energy chart hits with more contemplative songs and bridges genres that coexisted in 1976, from guitar-driven rock and sophisticated pop arrangements to soulful vocals and radio-friendly soft rock. This diversity offers a panoramic view of the musical currents of the time without focusing too heavily on any single scene, creating a balanced listening experience that flows naturally from track to track. The careful sequencing allows the CD to be enjoyed as a continuous narrative of the year, rather than just a random selection of singles, highlighting key moods and trends that characterized mid-1970s mainstream music.
Universal UK, the label behind this release, is part of one of the world's leading music groups and is known for its extensive catalog work, high production standards and long-running experience in archival and reissue projects. With series like the "Now" collections, Universal UK has helped shape how generations discover and rediscover pop culture milestones, combining chart expertise with a strong sense of musical heritage. Their compilations are typically marked by thoughtful song choices, attention to sound quality and packaging that pays tribute to the respective era. "Now Yearbook 1976 / Various" continues this tradition, offering a carefully assembled snapshot of a musically rich year that remains influential and beloved decades later.
Rock&Pop
107.647
- Beat 219- Bombast Rock 125- Classic Rock 15.386- Glamrock 103- Latin Rock 213- Mainstream Rock 72.544- Rockpop 17.891- Soft Rock/Pop Rock 540- Westcoast 523Songwriter 3.440
