I see that EMI in the UK have released a 2-disc anthology of Bobbie Gentry's Capital recordings, including my favourite song of hers ("But I Can't Get Back" never before on CD, as far as I know) from the underrated singer-songwriter masterpiece PATCHWORK. It seems they have also released her entire catalogue on iTunes. What is up with that? Don't people collect music on anything real anymore? I for one, want something tangible, with artwork, and notes, etc. It's no wonder that music seems so disposable nowadays.

pghmusiclover (and grumpy old man!)

I think you'll find plenty of "grumpy old men" (and women) here who agree with you, Patrick. I'm still fuming about Herb Alpert choosing to reissue several of his long-OOP albums only via iTunes. Pitiful.

Kim Fowley, of all people, will also have his catalog on download-only. Strategic and tactical mistake.

Here's the compilation that Patrick is referring to:



>> 2007 double CD collection from the singer/songwriter best known for the hit 'Ode To Billie Joe'. Gentry was one of the first Country artists to write and produce most of her own work and although she came out of Nashville during the mid '60s, her Pop flavored sound was innovative and helped pave way for other strong-minded talented female Country performers. This comprehensive collection spans her years with Capitol Records 1967-1971. EMI. <<

1. Ode To Billie Joe
2. Chickasaw County Child
3. Mississippi Delta
4. I Saw An Angel Die
5. Sunday Best
6. Hurry, Tuesday Child
7. Penduli Pendulum
8. Jessye' Lisabeth
9. Okolona River Bottom Band
10. Mornin' Glory
11. Courtyard
12. Casket Vignette
13. Sweet Peony
14. Seasons Come, Seasons Go
15. Fancy
16. But I Can't Get Back
17. Marigolds And Tangerines
18. Apartment 21
19. Somebody Like Me
20. Lookin' In
21. I'll Never Fall In Love Again
22. Peaceful
23. Louisiana Man
24. Touch 'Em With Love
25. Greyhound Goin' Somewhere
26. Natural To Be Gone
27. Papa's Medicine Show
28. Show Off
29. Rainmaker
30. He Made A Woman Out Of Me
31. All I Have To Do Is Dream
32. Hushabye Mountain
33. Skip A-Long Sam
34. Delta Man
35. I Wouldn't Be Surprised
36. You've Made Me So Very Happy
37. Windows Of The World
38. Smoke
39. Siepe (The Hedge) (Unreleased Master)
40. Citta' E' Grande (Unreleased Master)

Amazon USA
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000L213KS/?tag=imwan-20

Amazon UK
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000L213KS?tag=imwan-21

Thank you Linda for the info. Looks like a good complement to the 23 track Shout released.
Ah yes I join as a grumpy older collector on download only albums...a disgrace for us.