Name: People In The Front Row
Brand: Melanie

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

NERE001

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-01-19

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cargo

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5060446074039

Total Cap

Black 7"

Artist

Melanie

Genre GB

Singer Songwriter

Label GB

Neighbourhood

American singer/songwriter Melanie was born on February 3, 1947 in Astoria, New York as Melanie Anne Safka. Currently residing in Nashville, she formed her own label with her husband producer and they were married in 1968. They have two daughters and one son. At the beginning of her career, Melanie was a follower of a certain movement.
Melanie is an accomplished artist known for her soulful vocals and heartfelt songwriting. With a career spanning several decades, she has captivated audiences around the world with her unique blend of folk, pop, and rock music.
Throughout her career, Melanie has released numerous albums and singles that have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. Her songs often explore themes of love, loss, and personal growth, resonating with listeners on a deep emotional level.

Newest Listed Items

The first release from the remastered catalogue campaign on Melanie’s own revitalised Neighbourhood Records label (via UKs Easy Action) features the song recently used on the cult TV show Black Mirror, backed with an unreleased version of the 60s hit ‘Bo Bo’s Party’. This year Shindig Magazine did a 3-page feature on Melanie as more and more people start to ask who is she? The 7” is limited to 350 coloured vinyl copies and comes in a spined picture sleeve. Melanie landed in the New York City music and radio scene in the late 1960’s. Her first single Beautiful People immediately became a turntable hit. Her first tour began with an impressive 40-day run of shows at Paris’ world-famous L’Olympia Theater at the personal invitation of Bruno Coquatrix. In the years to come she would entertain millions: at An Aquarian Exposition (the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival), at Carnegie Hall, and the Isle of Wight and Glastonbury music festivals, The Sydney Opera House, the South Korean DMZ, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, the Royal Albert Hall, and other Venues around the globe. Melanie launched Neighborhood Records, making her the first American woman to open a mainstream record label. She recorded over 20 chart hits. Melanie received an Emmy after composing lyrics for the theme song of the hit television series Beauty and the Beast. “What Have They Done to My Song Ma” was re-recorded by Ray Charles with the Count Basie Band. Nina Simone delivered a remarkable rendition, as well. “(Lay Down) Candles in the Rain” was re-recorded by Mott the Hoople on their 1971 album Wildlife. Meredith Brooks and Queen Latifah later re-recorded the anthem. “Some Say (I Got Devil)" was re-recorded by Smith’s frontman Morrissey. Melanie has always known her calling in life was to entertain. Audiences have welcomed her to the stage for more than fifty years, and she continues to perform today

People In The Front Row

Music GB

Discover People In The Front Row by Melanie on limited edition coloured vinyl. Remastered release from Neighbourhood Records.