Double 180gm vinyl LP pressing. 2017 collection from the legendary '70s band led by Alex Chilton. 'Power pop pioneers' doesn't begin to cover it. They were only together for a brief spell in the '70s, but Big Star left behind recordings that have exerted endless influence and inspiration over the decades. Here are 16 essentials from their three LPs plus rare single versions and new liner notes.

In the Street (Single Mix)
Don't Lie to Me (Single Version)
September Gurls (Single Version)
Thirteen
Jesus Christ (Single Edit)
I'm in Love with a Girl
O My Soul (Single Edit)
Feel
When My Baby's Beside Me
Take Care
Life Is White
Watch the Sunrise (Single Version)
The Ballad of El Goodo
Nightime
Back of a Car
Thank You Friends