Release date: 08-08-2007

2007 Japanese exclusive strictly limited edition 12-track LP pressed on 200gram VINYL, a superb 'Greatest Hits' collection from one of the most iconic figures of the 20th century, superbly presented in high quality pasted card picture sleeve with lyric insert + obi strip.

Tracks:
01. Your Cheatin' Heart
02. Jambalaya (On The Bayou)
03. Lovesick Blues
04. Half As Much
05. Cold Cold Heart
06. Hey, Good Lookin'
07. Kaw-Liga
08. Wedding Bells
09. Why Don't You Love Me
10. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
11. Ramblin' Man
12. Honky Tonkin'

Hank Williams' body of work is so large and has been repackaged so many times in so many forms that the notion of creating a definitive compilation almost seems like an impossible goal. However, as a one-stop shopping place for Hank's basic repertoire, 40 Greatest Hits is as good as it gets. While it doesn't include everything, practically every memorable hit is here, and thankfully every cut appears in its original form (that means in mono, with no string overdubs or artificial duets with his family members). The track sequence subtly reflects the arc of Williams' short but vitally important career, and there's enough good music and great songs here to make a fan of anyone with even a passing interest in American music. If you care about country music, you need some Hank Williams in your collection, and there isn't a better introduction to his rich body of work on the market than 40 Greatest Hits; begin here, then start exploring.