Description

She Came From Hungary! – 1960s Beat Girls from the Eastern Bloc (CD Compilation)

Product Information

Title: She Came From Hungary! – 1960s Beat Girls from the Eastern Bloc
Format: CD, Compilation
UPC: 029667088329
Catalog Number: CDTOP 1519
Series: Beat Girls
Label: Ace International
Country: UK
Released: September 25, 2018
Genre: Rock, Funk/Soul, Pop, Folk, World, & Country
Style: Beat, Folk Rock, Garage Rock, Pop Rock

Overview

"She Came From Hungary! – 1960s Beat Girls from the Eastern Bloc" is a vibrant and eclectic compilation that showcases the dynamic, sometimes rebellious, and always captivating sounds of Hungary’s foremost female recording stars from the 1960s. This collection features a blend of feisty freakbeat, folk rock, funky pop, and garage rock aesthetics, backed by some of the nation’s leading beat bands. Curated by experts Mick Patrick and Matt Meek, and mastered by Nick Robbins at Sound Mastering, the album serves as both a nostalgic retrospective and a fresh discovery for anyone intrigued by the British and Eastern Bloc musical intersections of the 1960s.

Product Features

Diverse Musical Styles:
- The compilation spans multiple genres, from the energetic "Ez Az Utolsó Randevúnk" by Éva Nagy to the playful pop-rock vibes of tracks like "Csak Fiataloknak" by Márta Bencze.
- It includes a mix of beat, funk, soul, folk, and garage rock, reflecting the creative dynamism of the era.
Authentic Eastern Bloc Vibes:
- Featuring original recordings on the iconic Qualiton label from the 1960s, each track offers an unfiltered glimpse into the sound and spirit of Hungarian beat and pop music.
- The release highlights the unique fusion of Western rock influences with Eastern European musical traditions.
Expertly Curated and Mastered:
- Compiled by renowned music historians Mick Patrick and Matt Meek, the album is meticulously mastered by Nick Robbins at Sound Mastering, ensuring that every sonic detail is preserved.
- The package is designed by Niall McCormack with a cover star appearance by Clementina Magay, adding a touch of retro glamour and collectible appeal.
Cultural and Historical Significance:
- This compilation reflects the story of Hungarian Beat Girls who, despite the constraints of the Eastern Bloc, broke through with their bold, energetic performances.
- It offers listeners an opportunity to explore a lost chapter of 1960s musical history from a truly international perspective.

Interesting Facts

Pioneering Female Artists:
- The album gathers tracks from some of the most influential female performers of the time, each contributing to a legacy of bold musical experimentation.
- These artists, many of whom enjoyed cult status in Hungary, became icons by blending Western beat and rock with local musical traditions.
Original Qualiton Pressings:
- Many of the tracks were originally pressed on Qualiton, highlighting the regional production value and unique sound of Hungarian records during the era.
Legacy and Revival:
- After decades largely hidden behind the Iron Curtain, these recordings are now celebrated internationally, symbolizing both nostalgia for the 1960s and renewed cultural interest in Eastern European pop history.
Collector’s Item:
- With its striking packaging, detailed liner notes, and consolidated efforts of Ace Records Ltd, this release is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage beat, pop, and garage rock.

Track Listing

Éva Nagy – Ez Az Utolsó Randevúnk
- Backing Band: Liversing
- Written by: István S Nagy, Tamás Vadas
- Duration: 2:55
Márta Bencze – Csak Fiataloknak
- Backing Band: Atlantis (17)
- Written by: Tamás Deák, István S Nagy
- Duration: 3:07
Sarolta Zalatnay – Fekete Beat
- Backing Band: Metro (17)
- Written by: András Payer*, Péter Tardos
- Duration: 2:54
Gabi Fenyvesi – Ha Csak Egy Fokkal Szebb Az Ördögnél
- Backing Band: Express (9)
- Written by: Attila Dobos, Kálmán Fülöp
- Duration: 1:53
Kyri Ambrus – Júdás Vagy
- Backing Band: Juventus
- Written by: István Hajnal, Róbert Lovas, István S Nagy*
- Duration: 2:03
Zsuzsa Koncz – Keresem A Szót
- Backing Band: Illés
- Written by: János Bródy, Levente Szörényi
- Duration: 2:06
Magay Klementina – Zsákutca
- Backing Band: Atlasz*
- Written by: Erika Huszár, Balázs Mikó
- Duration: 2:55
Zsuzsa Mátray – Könyörögni Nem Fogok
- Backing Band: Liversing
- Written by: József Blum, Sándor Szabó
- Duration: 3:21
Sarolta Zalatnay – Zöld Borostyán
- Backing Band: Metro (17)
- Written by: Károly Frenreisz, István S Nagy
- Duration: 4:45
Mária Wittek – Keresek Egy Fiút
- Backing Band: Dogs (5)
- Written by: Tamás Petkovich*
- Duration: 2:36
Beáta Karda – Mindig Tanul Az Ember
- Written by: Kálmán Fülöp*, Gabriella Tákacs
- Duration: 2:41
Clementina Magay – Nem Én Döntöm El A Háborúk Idejét
- Backing Band: Metro (17)
- Written by: István S Nagy, Ottó Schöck
- Duration: 2:47
Marika Késmárky – Nyílik Még Virág
- Backing Band: Schöck*
- Written by: Gábor Németh, István S Nagy
- Duration: 3:36
Mária Toldy – Lassan Múlik Az Idő
- Written by: Norbert Latzin, István S Nagy
- Duration: 3:00
Kati Kovács – Most Kéne Abbahagyni
- Backing Band: Express (9)
- Written by: Péter Wolf, Tibor Kalmár
- Duration: 2:30
Kyri Ambrus – Ez A Szerelem
- Backing Band: Juventus
- Written by: András Bágya, György G Dénes
- Duration: 1:51
Gabi Fenyvesi – Felírom Korommal
- Backing Band: Juventus
- Written by: Sándor Hoffmann, Géza Saly
- Duration: 2:31
Zsuzsa Mátray – Hol Van Az Az Idő
- Backing Band: Atlantis (17)
- Written by: Péter Tardos, István S Nagy*
- Duration: 2:27
Zsuzsa Koncz – Szőke Anni Balladája
- Backing Band: Illés
- Written by: János Bródy, Lajos Illés
- Duration: 3:33
Clementina Magay – Te Sem Tudhatod Előre
- Backing Band: Echo (27)
- Written by: Kálmán Fülöp, József Géczy
- Duration: 2:07
Kati Kovács – Hazudik A Drága
- Backing Band: Olympia (7)
- Written by: Tibor Koncz, Kálmán Vándor*
- Duration: 3:36
Sarolta Zalatnay – Vén Tükör
- Written by: Dusán Sztevanovity, Károly Frenreisz*
- Duration: 2:44
Beáta Karda – Csuda Jó Fej
- Backing Band: Express (9)
- Written by: Géza Berki, Sándor Halmágyi
- Duration: 2:03
Teréz Harangozó – Hétköznapi Szerelem
- Backing Band: Omega (5)
- Written by: Vera Weseli, Marcell Ötvös
- Duration: 2:06

Publishers & Credits

Phonographic Copyright:
℗ Fotexnet Kft., Hungaroton, and Ace Records Ltd.
Licensed To:
Ace Records Ltd.
Published By:
Copyright Control
Compiled By & Liner Notes:
Matt Meek & Mick Patrick
Mastered At:
Sound Mastering, mastered by Nick Robbins
Package Design:
Designed by Niall McCormack
Cover Star:
Clementina Magay
Additional Credits:
- Backing bands vary by track (e.g., Liversing, Atlantis, Metro, Express, Juventus, Illés, Atlasz, Dogs, Schöck, Echo, Olympia, Omega.
- Original recordings are courtesy of Fotexnet Kft on behalf of Hungaroton Music.