American singer-songwriter, Gene Pitney, had a career spanning 40 years, achievements include an impressive 11 UK top ten hits and induction into the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. Pitney is also known for his writing credits which include the early 60s classics 'Rubber Ball' (recorded by Bobby Vee) and 'Hello Mary Lou' (recorded by Ricky Nelson) • This definitive collection features 20 tracks spanning Pitney's entire career – from early hits such as 'Twenty Four Hours From Tulsa' to his 1989 UK #1 single 'Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart' with Soft Cell frontman, Marc Almond • Pressed on 180g heavyweight gold-coloured vinyl, housed in a printed inner sleeve • Also available as a comprehensive 3CD set featuring 54 tracks