Hits & Rarities - Best of the RCA Years - Album by Duane Eddy
: A major draw for collectors is the inclusion of lesser-known tracks such as the acoustic blues pieces " Joshin' ," " Shuckin' ," and the atmospheric " Sunday Morning Rain ". These tracks reveal a "smooth" and stripped-back side of Eddy's playing that is often overshadowed by his amplified rock 'n' roll anthems. Duane Eddy - Best Of The RCA Years - Hits & Rar...
Produced during a time when RCA was experimenting with elaborate arrangements, some tracks feature "heavenly choirs" and prominent saxophone solos, though reviewers note these are balanced well enough not to overwhelm the guitar work. Hits & Rarities - Best of the RCA
This is a for those who already own Eddy's early essentials and want to explore the evolution of his sound. It avoids being a "ramshackle collection of re-recordings" that plague other budget compilations, instead offering a curated look at a specific, high-production era of his career. Key Tracklist Highlights: Rebel Rouser (RCA version) Deep In The Heart Of Texas Joshin' (Acoustic) (Dance With The) Guitar Man The Ballad of Paladin Duane Eddy – Hits & Rarities - The Best Of The RCA Years This is a for those who already own
: You still get essential RCA-era chart-toppers like " (Dance With The) Guitar Man " and the iconic television theme " The Ballad of Paladin ". Production & Sound Quality