Album of the Day

The title of The Hollies' RADIO FUN is an apt description of the 2012 compilation of BBC recordings. Spanning the U.K. group's early-1960s to early-1970s heyday, these 32 tracks display the evolution of their sound, with enthusiasm, brilliant harmonies and the desire to try new things a constant across the years. While there are plenty of live-at-the Beeb performances of familiar singles here – including “He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother,” “Bus Stop” and “If I Needed Someone” (which was released by the band on this day in 1965) – the song selection digs a little deeper to reveal The Hollies' love of U.S. R&B and their skill as writers on such less-heralded gems as “I've Got A Way Of My Own.” A terrific complement to the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers' studio releases, RADIO FUN is a must for any British Invasion fan.