John Mellencamp began his music career as John Cougar. But the Indiana artist gradually reclaimed his name and career to produce 19 albums over a 35 year period. All 19 of Mellencamp’s recordings are present in John Mellencamp 1978-2012, which is out on December 10 for $145.
This career spanning box set features 19 discs and 223 tracks. Twelve of the albums feature bonus tracks, sourced from the 2005 re-mastered versions of Mellencamp’s Mercury releases.
Mellencamp was one of the biggest rock stars of the 1980s, selling over 40 million records worldwide and scoring 22 top 40 hits in the United States. Hits like “Rain on the Scarecrow”, “Jack & Diane”, “Small Town” and “Pink Houses” are still staples on classic rock radio stations. Mellencamp was nominated for 13 Grammies in his career, winning once.
John Mellencamp 1978-2012 is perfect gift for the classic rock fan in the family.