Various Rockfile Vol. 2 (CD)

Rockfile Vol. 2 is a varied oldies and rock ’n’ roll compilation featuring 16 tracks by different artists. The collection brings together familiar songs from the early years of rock and pop, with distinctive voices, memorable melodies and a mix of vocal and instrumental performances. Buddy Holly opens with “Rave On”, followed by Lesley Gore’s “It's My Party” and Del Shannon’s “Runaway”. The Big Bopper appears with “Chantilly Lace”, The Platters with “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” and Connie Francis with “My Happiness”. Other highlights include “El Rancho Rock” by The Champs, “One Track Mind” by Bobby Lewis, Duane Eddy’s instrumental “Peter Gunn” and “Mr. Lee” by The Bobbettes. Dion, The Everly Brothers, Conway Twitty, Eddie Hodges, Fabian and Sandy Nelson also feature. Blending rock ’n’ roll, pop and instrumental sounds, this CD offers an entertaining trip back to a formative era in popular music.