Capitol has captured the essence of Rick' music career. Covering all Record Companies that Rick recorded for, we as fans, collectors and first time listeners, have the "Best of Rick's musical recordings". 

Utilizing Master recordings from Verve, Imperial, MCA/Decca, Epic, Capitol and the Nelson Family, we see Rick's early beginings as a Novice Recording Artist, to Superstar, Country-Rock Artist and returning to his Rockabilly roots. Such unrleased songs as Gloomy Sunday, (legend has it that Ozzie Nelson feared Rick's teenage fans would pull a Kurt Cobain after hearing this song), Brand New Girl, You Are My Sunshine from the Legendary Imperial Days. The two Christmas songs from Ozzie and Harriet, Jingle Bells and The Christmas Song. Bye Bye Love (w/Don Everly from the Troubadour 1969), Truck Drivin Man show Rick's live performance ability. Garden Party, One Night Stand, Gypsy Pilot, Easy To Be Free, She Belongs To Me, highlight Rick's Stone Canyon Band days.

Finally, Rick's return to Rockabilly is showcased by some wonderful songs written by such artists as John Fogerty, Graham Parker, Rocky Burnette, (Rick recorded a GREAT version of Tired Of Toein' The Line) John Hiatt, Mickey Jupp and Buddy Holly. Almost Saturday Night, Back To School Days, a live in the studio Believe What You Say, show a orginal Rock & Roller who still has his chops.

Congratulations to Capitol for a Box Set worthy of one of Rock & Rolls lost resources. The Booklet is informative and full of many unavailable photos. Wonderful memories by family, friends and musicians provide insights into a kind, gentle and talented human being.

Hopefully we as fans will be fortunate to have other Rick Nelson material released in the near future. Video performances from Ozzie and Harriet, Stone Canyon Band days and his return to roots performances from the late 70's-85.

Go out and purchase this OUTSTANDING Box Set, this is a worthwhile addition to anyone's music library.

Rock ON Rick!!