The truly definitive collection of this living legends body of work as a solo artist.Fire In The Blood is the biggest and most complete collection of Shakys recordings ever undertaken - acelebration of the chievements of an enduring artist whose chart statistics, however phenomenal, tell only part ofhis story. From his solo debut album on Track Records, Shakin Stevens, to the recent success of the album EchoesOf Our Times.Stevens shares with the Beatles (60s), and Elton John (70s), the distinction of being the most successful UK singleschart performer of a decade (80s), as confirmed by the Guinness Book of British Hit Singles and Albums. His successwas mirrored throughout Europe and Internationally, earning Platinum and Double Platinum, and Gold awards forhis albums and singles.The release takes its name from the extended essay, exclusive to this release, by renowned writer Paul Sexton,which maps Shakys rise to fame from humble beginnings.The collector of Shakys releases will find a host of other content and rarities in this super deluxe career definingrelease, including: 12 X 12 bound hardback Book-pack containing extended essay by Paul Sexton. 19 CDs with 266 career-spanning tracks many never previously available. Includes all of Shakys studio albums as a solo artist, from his first signing and album on Track Records, to his latest studio album, Echoes Of Our Times, + 4 rarities discs with live, rare and previously unreleased tracks. Shakys first ever live album release taken from his 2019 tour of Europe and the UK, debuted on this unique release. Historic live concert recorded at the Paris Theatre, London, for BBC Radio 1 in 1980 Two previously unreleased recordings Reproduced ultra-rare promo poster Oh Julie sheet music 3 X 12x12 art prints of Shakin Stevens 36 page Bespoke Tour Programme Autograph book, personally signed by Shakin Stevens Please click here to view the bookpack tracklisting.