TheCollectedalbum by the Carpenters brings a beautiful collection from the immense popular soft-pop duo. From their humble beginnings in the late 60s until today, siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter are one of the most successful duos in musical history. With Karens absolutely perfect vocal delivery and Richards creative arrangements, they are unstoppable. This 2LP set inside a Gatefold sleeve brings together their hits, album tracks and more. It delivers the best selection of easy listening songs in a nutshell. Glorious pop nuggets by the Carpenters will melt the heart and uplift the soul, includingClose to You, Ticket to Ride, Weve Only Just Begun, Superstar, Rainy Days And Mondays, Bless the Beasts And the Children, Hurting Each Otherand many more.