Golden Goodies Vol. 18 – The Original Hit Million

Golden Goodies Vol. 18 continues the celebrated Roulette Records compilation series, bringing together some of the most iconic hit singles from 1963. This collection showcases the diversity of early ’60s American pop and R&B, blending doo-wop harmonies, soulful crooning, and energetic dance tracks that defined the era.

Featuring The Essex’s chart-topping “Easier Said Than Done”, Lou Christie’s dramatic “Two Faces Have I”, and Ben E. King’s powerful ballad “I (Who Have Nothing)”, this volume captures the energy of a golden year in music. Ray Barretto’s “El Watusi” adds a Latin-flavored dance groove, while Jerry Butler closes the record with the smooth soul standard “Make It Easy On Yourself.”

The Golden Goodies series became a staple for collectors and fans in the 1960s, preserving million-selling hits on budget compilations that made jukebox favorites accessible for home listening. With its bold, marquee-style cover design and hit-packed tracklist, Volume 18 is both a time capsule and a lively listen for fans of the golden oldies era.

This LP is a vintage essential for oldies collectors, bridging doo-wop, early soul, and dance hits into one highly playable record.