Fairground Attraction – The First Of A Million Kisses (1988) [Japan 2018] [SACD / Stereo Sound – SSVS005]
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Title: Fairground Attraction – The First Of A Million Kisses (1988) [Japan 2018]
Genre: Folk Rock
Format: SACD ISO + DSF DSD64 + Hi-Res FLAC
Fairground Attraction was a British folk and soft rock band, best known for their hit song “Perfect” and the subsequent single “Find My Love”. The band launched the careers of lead vocalist Eddi Reader and songwriter Mark E. Nevin. “The First of a Million Kisses” is their debut album, released in 1988. The album is a characteristic blend of folk, jazz, country, and Cajun elements.
Originally released in 1988, The First Of A Million Kisses launched the career of Fairground Attractions lead vocalist Eddie Reader who went on to receive a MBE in 2006 for her outstanding contribution to the arts which included her album of Robert Burns material with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. The album and the #1 single ‘Perfect’ both won best album and single respectively at the 1989 Brit Awards. A refreshing blend of Folk, Jazz, Country and even a bit of Cajun, the album was a runaway success, eventually being certified platinum.