Various Artists – Hit Power 1

A classic Music For Pleasure (MFP 54537A) South African budget compilation featuring a strong mix of late-60s and early-70s pop and rock favourites. Pressed locally by EMI (Johannesburg), this is a nostalgic grab-bag of radio staples including soul, pop, and soft rock hits that remain crowd-pleasers.

Affordable compilations like this continue to sell steadily thanks to recognisable titles and broad appeal — perfect for casual listeners, collectors of SA pressings, or anyone building a feel-good classics section.

Track Listing

Side One

1. Papa Was A Rolling Stone

2. Hearts Of Stone

3. He (Can Build A Mountain)

4. Tie A Yellow Ribbon ('Round The Ole Oak Tree)

5. Ashes Of Love

6. Time

7. Kentucky Blues

8. Candlelight

Side Two

1. Get Down

2. Stuck In The Middle With You

3. I'll Never Be The Same

4. That's Why I Love You

5. Long Haired Lover From Liverpool

6. Sham Ba La

7. Sunday Girl

8. Take Me To The Mardi Gras