Top Pop Singles, 1955-2006, 11th Edition [Hardcover]

Joel Whitburn (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2008

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1200 pages
• Publisher: RECORD RESEARCH; 11 edition (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898201721
• ISBN-13: 978-0898201727
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,223,463 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Joel Whitburn's Billboard Top Pop Singles 1955-2006 (11th Edition), May 2, 2008

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This review is from: Top Pop Singles, 1955-2006, 11th Edition (Hardcover)

I just updated this replacement hardcover book from my earlier version of 1955-1986. It's my reference bible for songs and artists. I have a large collection of 45 rpm's (mostly from the 1950s and 1960s) and the only way I can inventory them is by referring to this book. I'm also purchasing more current MP3 songs online on Amazon.com of course. The book also lists song titles when I can't remember the artists group or name. A must have book if you want to be completely organized about your music collection. Thank you Mr. Joel Whitburn!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Joel Whitburn's Record Research books just keep getting better and better, December 31, 2008

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This review is from: Top Pop Singles, 1955-2006, 11th Edition (Hardcover)

I first became acquainted with Joel Whitburn and his impressive series of music reference books way back in the late 1970's. Over the years I have purchased a good many of them. Whether you are someone who earns a living as a disc jockey or just an avid collector like myself then Joel Whitburn's books are indespensible to what you do. The granddaddy of all of Whitburn's books is the Top Pop Singles series. This latest edition, released in 2007, lists every single tune that has appeared on Billboard's Hot 100 Singles chart over the past 52 years! Incredible!
"Top Pop Singles 1955-2006" lists complete chart information for each and every song including such information as the date the tune debuted on the charts, the records peak position and how many weeks the song remained on the charts. The book is arranged in alphabetical order by artist and aside from listing each and every charted single for that particular artist there is biographical information about the artist as well. These books are a treasure trove of information and each time the books are updated more and more information is included. Looking to find out who sang a particular song? No problem. In the back of the book every single song is listed by title in alphabetical order. Thus, you are able to find the answer to your query in a flash. In addition to "Top Pop Singles 1955-2006" there are books covering a number of other genres including the pre-rock and roll era 1940-1954, country music, soul/rhythm & blues, and albums. I have found each and every one of Joel Whitburn's books to be invaluable to me as I pursue my favorite hobby.
Now if you would like to sneak a peek at "Top Pop Singles 1955-2006" to see what I am talking about just go to Joel Whitburn's website at recordresearch.com. There you can view some sample pages from this and other Joel Whitburn books. These books are not cheap but believe me they are worth every penny. They have greatly enhanced my enjoyment of collecting over the past three decades. Very highly recommended.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Joel Whitburn's Billboarfd Top Pop Singles, April 27, 2008

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This the only complete reference book, updated every four years. I ONLY buy the hardcover version, and even that is falling apart by the time the newest version is published. I have purchased his books since 1978! Simply the best!