1.5 Shake Rattle And Roll / See You Later Alligator
1.6 Dyna-Mite / The Cat Crept In / Tiger Feet (Medley)
1.7 The End Of The World
1.8 Blue Moon
1.9 In The Mood
1.10 Bye Bye Johnny
1.11 The Secrets That You Keep
1.12 Living Doll
1.13 One Night
1.14 Tallahassee Lassie
1.15 Let's Have A Party
1.16 Tobacco Road
1.17 Oh Boy
1.18 I Love How You Love Me
1.19 Hula Love
1.20 Diana
2.1 Crazy
2.2 Do You Love Me
2.3 Hypnosis
2.4 Last Tango In London
2.5 Dyna-Mite
2.6 Do It All Over Again
2.7 Tiger Feet
2.8 Mr. Bagatelle
2.9 The Cat Crept In
2.10 Morning
2.11 The Ladies
2.12 Watching The Clock
2.13 Lonely This Christmas
2.14 I Can't Stand It
2.15 Still Watching The Clock
2.16 Moonshine Sally
2.17 Hula Love
Description:
"The RAK Years 1973-75" on CD by Mud is a comprehensive collection that captures the band's most successful and defining era with the legendary RAK Records label. Across this anthology, listeners are treated to Mud's trademark blend of glam rock, pop sensibility and infectious sing-along hooks that dominated the charts in the mid-1970s. The CD brings together key singles and carefully chosen album tracks from 1973 to 1975, showcasing the band's evolution from catchy novelty-tinged hits to confident, fully-fledged rock-pop anthems with tight arrangements, driving rhythms and memorable choruses. This release is aimed both at long-time fans wanting a focused look at the RAK years and at new listeners seeking an accessible entry point into Mud's catalogue. The remastered sound (where available) and curated track order are designed for coherent, start-to-finish listening, making the CD suitable for both nostalgic enjoyment and serious collection building.
Mud were a leading force of the British glam rock wave of the 1970s and became a household name through their charismatic image, exuberant stage presence and a string of major hits. Known for irresistibly catchy songs and playful lyrics, the band bridged the gap between rock 'n' roll revivalism and glitter-pop chart music. During their peak they enjoyed multiple high-charting singles and were regulars on popular TV music shows, leaving a lasting mark on the sound and style of the decade. "The RAK Years 1973-75" focuses on the creative partnership between Mud and producer-driven RAK releases, when the band's songwriting, performance and studio polish aligned to create some of their most enduring material.
The CD is manufactured and released by Cherry Red Records, a renowned independent UK label and reissue specialist with a strong reputation among collectors and music enthusiasts. Cherry Red is known for lovingly curated catalog projects, detailed archival research and high production standards, often rescuing important albums and singles from obscurity and presenting them with care. With a long history of working across classic rock, pop, punk, alternative and many other genres, the label has become a trusted address for high-quality reissues, deep compilations and genre-spanning box sets. Their involvement with "The RAK Years 1973-75" signals attention to detail in selection and presentation, making this CD a noteworthy addition to any glam rock or 1970s pop collection.