Various - Hits From English Records

Review by Nicholas Marquess

Hits From English Records: A Timeless Polish Gem That’ll Stick With Ya Alright, so you’re probably wondering what’s up with this 1977 album Hits From English Records by Various. It’s not exactly a chart-topper in most people’s collections, but hear me out—this thing has got some charm. Released in Poland under the Polskie Nagrania Muza label, it’s a quirky mix of rock and pop tunes that lean heavy into the pop-rock vibe. The design by St. Żakowski gives it that retro Eastern European flair, while Adam Halber adds some liner notes that make you feel like you’re reading your grandpa’s diary. Cool, right? Now, let’s get to the tracks. There are 14 songs here, and honestly, they’re hit or miss (pun intended). But two tracks really stuck with me after giving this album a spin. First off, there’s “Cruisin’ With The Fonz.” Yeah, I know—it sounds like something straight out of an old-school sitcom intro. And guess what? That’s exactly why it works! This tune feels like cruising down a sunny highway in a convertible, even if you’ve never been outside Poland. It’s upbeat, kinda silly, and way too catchy for its own good. I found myself humming it all day, which is saying something because I usually forget lyrics five seconds after hearing them. Then there’s “Ghost Of Love,” which hits different. If “Cruisin’” is all about carefree vibes, this one slows things down and gets kinda moody. The melody feels haunting, like someone whispering secrets from another dimension. It’s weirdly poetic, especially compared to the rest of the album, which leans more toward fun bangers than emotional depth. Props to whoever wrote this track—it doesn’t quite fit, but man, does it stand out. The other songs, like “Crinoline Rock” and “Lamplight Lady,” are solid enough, though nothing groundbreaking. They remind me of those random compilation CDs you’d pick up at a garage sale just to see what’s on ‘em. Fun? Sure. Memorable? Not so much. What makes Hits From English Records special isn’t just the music—it’s the whole package. You can tell someone put effort into making this thing feel unique, even if the songs themselves aren’t gonna change your life. Plus, how often do you come across a Polish take on British/American pop-rock from the '70s? Feels like finding a hidden treasure in a thrift store. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this album made me realize how much we take music curation for granted these days. Back then, putting together a collection like this was an art form. Today, we’ve got algorithms doing the work for us, spitting out playlists based on who-knows-what. Weird, huh? Anyway, if you’re into digging through obscure albums, give Hits From English Records a shot. Just don’t blame me if “Cruisin’ With The Fonz” gets stuck in your head for weeks.

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Artist: Various
Album: Hits From English Records

Poland

Pop Rock

1977

Rating: 3.25

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Ghost Of Love
Slipstream
Letters Of Love
Lamplight Lady
Naughty Naughty Naughty
Losing My Rag
Came Back Marianne
Crinoline Rock
Fish On My Line
Fabulous
Friends
Telstar
Cruisin' With The Fonz
You And Me

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Hits - From English Records (Side A)

Hits - From English Records (Side В)

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Catalog Numbers

SX 1516

Labels

Polskie Nagrania Muza

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Formats

Vinyl
LP
Compilation
Red labels
silver print
Red Label / Black Letters
Cream label
Orange Labels
Black labels

Companies

Role	Company
Record Company	Polskie Nagrania
Printed By	Łódzka Drukarnia Akcydensowa
Licensed From	Alaska Records

Credits

Role	Credit
Design	St. Żakowski
Liner Notes	Adam Halber
Sleeve Notes	Adam Halber

Notes

Licence: ALASKA records
RED LABELS
RED LABELS WITH BLACK LETTERING
Orange labels with Black lettering
Made in Poland

Barcodes

Rights Society: BIEM
Other (Retail Price): Cena zł 120,
Matrix / Runout (Runout side A, stamped - Variant 1 & 2): S3X 1516 A-2 C
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, stamped - Variant 1): S3X 1516 B-2 C
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, stamped - Variant 2): S3X 1516 B-4 C
Other (Retail price): Cena zł 120,

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: In 1977, Poland released a music album called *Hits From English Records*. It wasn’t just any compilation—it was a mix of rock and pop hits from English artists, tailored for Polish audiences. The album cover design was done by St. Żakowski, and Adam Halber wrote the liner notes, giving it that extra personal touch. Fun fact—songs like "Telstar" and "Cruisin’ With The Fonz" made their way onto this record, blending Western sounds with Polish vibes. It’s a little time capsule of pop-rock history!

Comments

isahbelleh

2025-03-13

Спасибо за оцифровку

lambapuju1995

2025-03-13

Проигрыватель немного ведёт, но спасибо. У меня была эта пластинка. Благодарю, что осуществили мою несбывшуюся мечту. Оцифровать и выложить её в сеть.

kenjilive

2025-03-12

Cruisin' with the Fonz!!!! Wow!

foreminvestments

2025-03-11

Wow, thats unbelievable that i found it here. Couple of weeks ago I bought this LP just for really small price, and It become my favourite one, even tough, the LP is quite damaged. But now i can listen to in in higher quality, thanks for it!