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iTunes Update! Get Ready For SAW, Princess, Mandy Smith & Lonnie Gordon!

Click on the large graphic above to be taken to our EXCLUSIVE iTunes page! On this page you'll be able to see ALL of the titles, tracks and mixes that we are adding to our digital catalogue in the next couple of days, along with a list of what is already available to download!
Included this week is information on special digital editions of some of PWL's most sought-after albums and FULL DETAILS of some forthcoming Lonnie Gordon EP packages(amongst many other things!)
Remember, you CAN'T get this information anywhere else!

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EXCLUSIVE! Sinitta 'Greatest Hits' Details!

This September sees the release of Sinitta's long overdue and eagerly awaited debut official UK greatest hits album. Taking the title from her 1989 smash hit single; "Right Back Where We Started From - The Hits Plus Collection" is a comprehensive anthology of Sinitta's recording career from 1986 until the present day.

Every hit single is included along with some new recordings and some very rare and never before released mixes and songs - including those much-talked-about Stock Aitken Waterman-produced Sinitta tracks currently on our own audio player!

The forthcoming double CD album has been fully developed by PMG Music and is being released by Cherry Pop Records in association with Sony Music Entertainment. Each track has been fully digitally remastered directly from the original master recordings and the entire album has been painstakingly researched by the same team who brought you the Lonnie Gordon, Mandy Smith and Princess Cherry Pop re-issues earlier this year!
Always the best place to find out the exclusive news first, www.pwl-empire.com is now pleased to be able to give you all FIRST LOOK at the tracklisting for this very-special project!
After reading what's to be included we are all very confident that you won't want to miss out on this amazing CD release!


Sinitta - Right Back Where We Started From : The Hits+ Collection 1986-2009
Cat No: CRPOP28

CD 1
So Macho
Feels Like The First Time
Toy Boy
G.T.O.
Cross My Broken Heart
I Don't Believe In Miracles
Right Back Where We Started From
Love On A Mountain Top
Lay Me Down Easy
Hitchin' A Ride
Love And Affection
Shame Shame Shame
Where Did Our Love Go
How Can This Be Real Love (7'' Mix)*
Do You Wanna Find Out (12'' Mix )*
Hitchin' A Ride (PWL 7'' Mix)*
Body Shopping (Pete Hammond Hi-NRG Remix)*
I Don't Believe In Miracles (Merlin's New Hit Mix)+
Shame Shame Shame (Alternative 12" Mix)*
The Day You Say Goodbye #*
Toy Boy (Reloaded)#*

CD 2
Toy Boy (The Original Mix)+
G.T.O. (Modina's Red Roaring Mix)+
Cross My Broken Heart (12'' Euro Remix)*
I Don't Believe In Miracles (Club Remix)+
Right Back Where We Started From (Left Back On The Side Mix)+
Love On A Mountain Top (Promo 12'' Mix)*
Hitchin' A Ride (PWL Remix)+
How Can This Be Real Love (12'' Mix)*
Body Shopping (Original 12'' Mix)*
I Just Wanna Spend Some Time With You (12'' Mix)*
You Keep Me Hanging On (12'' Mix)*
The Day You Said Goodbye(Pete Hammond's Empire Strikes Back Mix)#*

+Rare
*Previously unreleased
#New

Keep checking back here for more updates as we get it. Don't forget to also check out the Official PMG Website for the very latest news on this release!

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PWE's first wave of digital downloads are now available for you to buy via i-Tunes!

This first digital instalment sees all of Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan's classic PWL albums from the late 1980s and early 1990s being made available to you via a download service FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! along with much sought-after single releases by Jason Donovan, Carol Hitchcock and The Twins!
What's more, all these titles have been released WORLDWIDE wherever the i-Tunes service is in operation! (Except NZ and Australia).
Following many requests to have these pop masterpieces released digitally, we are now preparing our next wave of uploads - including some EXCLUSIVE previously-unreleased gems that you won't want to miss!

RECENT ADDITIONS JUST RELEASED: Singles by Jason Donovan*, The Twins*, Kylie Minogue* Carol Hitchcock and V-Capri
COMING JULY 27th:Special releases by SAW, Lonnie Gordon and The Reynolds Girls!
PLEASE NOTE: The release dates for the above items MAY BE BROUGHT FORWARD depending on i-Tunes own release schedule. Please check back here for the very latest news on the availability of these tracks!

*Digital single releases by these artists include many exclusive UNRELEASED mixes and tracks which CANNOT be obtained anywhere else! Please see your i-Tunes store for full details or click HERE for a full list of the PWL tracks you can buy RIGHT NOW from iTunes!

Over the next few months we will continue to add to this digital back-catalogue, helping fans young and old build up a definitive digital library of the classic PWL and Stock Aitken Waterman sound.

Visit the i-Tunes website HERE!

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PWE Audio Player - Updated With Even MORE Exclusives!

With all of the excitement of the PWE back-catalogue going digital, we have decided to add snippets of some of the tracks we have added, or are going to add, to iTunes over the next few weeks!
First up is A PREVIOUSLY UNHEARD mix of Lonnie Gordon's 'That's No Reason'. This track was included on her debut album (and featured on our recent Cherry Red re-issue), however lack of space on the CD meant that we couldn't include this version - hence we are going to be giving this mix a very special digital-only release along with some other Lonnie Gordon mixes that can't be purchased anywhere else! We are sure that you are going to love it just as much as we do!
Next up is the ORIGINAL 7" mix of 'All Mixed Up' by The Twins. For many years this particular track has been much sought-after by fans of Stock Aitken Waterman due to its immense rarity. In the past CD single copies of this release have changed hands for up to £200 each! We are pleased to say that this track will now be much-more widely available at a price that everyone can afford - and what's more, there are MORE mixes available!
Finally, we have included a snippet from the backing track version of Kylie Minogue's 'Better The Devil You Know'.
ALL of Kylie's PWL singles are currently being added to the iTunes store and will feature a wealth of previously unheard mixes and versions of her biggest and best Stock Aitken Waterman hits! In addition to this we are also going to be treating Kylie fans to some other treasures from the vaults!
As always, keep checking back here for more information!

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Beyond Your Wildest Dreams!

2009 looks like being a great year for Stock Aitken Waterman, PWL and PWE re-issues!
A couple of months back we exclusively revealed that we were preparing to re-release on CD much sought-after albums by Lonnie Gordon, Mandy Smith and Princess in conjunction with the Cherry Pop label.
THE WAIT IS NOW FINALLY OVER!
OUT NOW each re-mastered CD includes an extensive CD booklet containing full lyrics, additional photos and discography plus a brand new essay from PWL expert Tom Parker, who as many of you will know, was responsible for several past Kylie Minogue releases.
The brilliant reaction to this trio of Cherry Pop-tastic re-releases also means that we have already started making plans for a series of follow-ups!
More News As We Get It!


Lonnie Gordon - If I Have To Stand Alone (CRPOP 16)



1. IF I HAVE TO STAND ALONE
2. HAPPENIN' ALL OVER AGAIN
3. BETTER OFF WITHOUT YOU
4. BEYOND YOUR WILDEST DREAMS
5. I NEED YOU
6. THAT'S NO REASON
7. BEST OF FRIENDS
8. IT'S NOT OVER
9. WATCHING YOU
10. HELPLESS HEARTS




BONUS TRACKS
11. HOW COULD HE DO THIS TO ME? 7" Mix *
12. HAPPENIN' ALL OVER AGAIN Tony King 1990 Mix *
13. IF I HAVE TO STAND ALONE Original 12" Mix *
14. BETTER OFF WITHOUT YOU Extended Version *
15. HAPPENIN' ALL OVER AGAIN Dave Ford 1990 Mix *
16. HOW COULD HE DO THIS TO ME? Extended Version
17. BEST OF FRIENDS Extended Version *
* Previously unreleased

BUY THIS CD HERE


Mandy Smith - Mandy (CRPOP 17)



1. STAY WITH ME TONIGHT
2. I JUST CAN'T WAIT
3. VICTIM OF PLEASURE
4. DUEL
5. BOYS AND GIRLS
6. IF IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD
7. POSITIVE REACTION
8. SAY IT'S LOVE (LOVE HOUSE)
9. HE'S MY BOY
10. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE




BONUS TRACKS
11. DON'T YOU WANT ME BABY?
12. GOT TO BE CERTAIN
13. TERRY 12" Mix *
14. POSITIVE REACTION Our Mandy's Extended Mix †
15. BOYS AND GIRLS Acid Remix *
16. VICTIM OF PLEASURE Daize On Nights Mix †
17. DON'T YOU WANT ME BABY? Original Mix *
18. MANDY'S THEME (I JUST CAN'T WAIT) The Cool And Breezy Jazz Version
* Previously unreleased
† First time on CD

BUY THIS CD HERE


Princess - Princess (CRPOP 18)




1. IN THE HEAT OF A PASSIONATE MOMENT
2. I'LL KEEP ON LOVING YOU
3. AFTER THE LOVE HAS GONE
4. SAY I'M YOUR NUMBER ONE
5. IF IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD
6. TELL ME TOMORROW
7. ANYTIME'S THE RIGHT TIME
8. JUST A TEAZE





BONUS TRACKS
9. SAY I'M YOUR NUMBER ONE REMIX Number 2 †
10. AFTER THE LOVE HAS GONE DJ Bad Mix
11. I'LL KEEP ON LOVING YOU US Remix †
12. TELL ME TOMORROW Soundtrack Version †
13. IN THE HEAT OF A PASSIONATE MOMENT Garage Mix
14. AFTER THE LOVE HAS GONE Promo Version †
15. SAY I'M YOUR NUMBER ONE Demo Version †
† First time on CD

BUY THIS CD HERE

Keep 'popping' back here for future updates and keep a close watch on Cherry Pop's parent website Cherry Red for further announcements! Please also remember that ALL of the titles above are available to buy directly from Cherry Red themselves! (Just look for them under the 'New Releases' tab on their website).

Cherry Red Records Website

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Pete Waterman's Latest Release!

Although more used to releasing hit records, on September 4th 2008 Pete Waterman released his second book! Entitled 'A Train Is For Life' the book explores Pete's undying passion for trains!
This stunning book celebrates Pete Waterman's lifelong love affair with the railways, and railway modelling in particular. Although well known as the successful record producer and pop impresario, Pete is now also widely recognised as being a major figure in the world of locomotives. Pete's interest started young as a train spotter on Leamington Spa station and later working on the railways as a fireman. His huge and enduring success in the music business has enabled him to pursue his hobby on a grand scale, buying a number of model making companies which have taken the art of locomotive modelling to new heights.
Pete's publishers, Ian Allan Publishing, arranged for him to take part in a number of successful book signing sessions up and down the country to promote the book's launch and his publishers also set up an official 'MySpace' page for him to help fans keep track of his movements during this time.

Visit Pete's Official MySpace Page! Click HERE!

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Pete's Star Is Unveiled On Coventry's 'Walk Of Fame'

The people of Coventry have chosen the first ten names for Coventry's Walk of Fame - and our very own Pete Waterman is amongst them!
The Walk of Fame celebrates people who have brought the city recognition at national or international level. Although recipients did not necessarily have to be Coventry born, they must have had a strong connection with the city.
In an unprecedented public ballot, over 3000 people voted for their favourites and in May 2008 Pete attended a ceremony where the final Walk of Fame plaques were revealed. The ten plaques, which were made by Leander Architectural, were set down in their new home, Priory Place, on Tuesday, May 13 at 10am.
Other recipients of the award included The Specials, Mo Mowlam, jet pioneer Sir Frank Whittle and Lady Godiva! Excellent photographic coverage of this event is available here whilst video footage of the ceremony can be viewed by clicking on this link.

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Happy 25th Anniversary SAW!

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2009 marks the 25th anniversary of Stock Aitken Waterman hits!


The trio, consisting of Mike Stock, Matt Aiken & Pete Waterman, are now regarded as the most successful songwriting and producing partnership of all time, scoring more than 100 UK top 40 hits since teaming up together in 1984!
Since that time, Stock Aitken Waterman have launched the music careers of dozens of artists including Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Rick Astley and Mel & Kim whilst also providing hit singles for more-established acts such as Donna Summer, Dead or Alive, Bananarama and Cliff Richard!

This year looks like it's going to be a very special one for all fans of SAW! As you all know we are planning some special CD releases and getting our PAL back-catalogue ready for a full digital release...but that's just the beginning of our ideas!
Keep your eyes on these pages for more news as we get it!






New DAT Scans Added!

Due to popular request, we have once-again raided the PWE vaults and added a second set of DAT scans to our site! Click here to see them!




Kylie Track Used In Macy's Latest TV Ad Campaign!

Kylie's recording of 'Celebration' has been used by Macy's, the world's largest department store, in it's latest TV advert to celebrate Mother's Day.
The track will also feature in part of it's Father's Day campaign too!




Cutting A Different Track

Click here to read Pete's latest interview with Exec UK.




Thank You

Pete would like to say a special 'thank you' to everyone who took time out to wish him a happy birthday in January; it was very-much appreciated.




21 Years Young!

August 2008 saw the 21st anniversary of Rick Astley's super-hit 'Never Gonna Give You Up' reaching the Number One spot in the UK pop charts.
In recent months this track has been under the spotlight thanks to the worldwide phenomenon known as 'Rick-Rolling'.




Spotted!

Check out some great photos of Pete HERE when he set off events at Halesowen Police Station's Fun Day!




Pete On The BBC

Pete Waterman recently explored the effects of the closure of many of Britain's rural railways in the 1960s as part of a series of regional programmes for BBC1.
Pete's programme looked at the East Midlands and documented the impact of the notorious Beeching Report of 1963 in this area of the UK.
This recording supported a BBC4 season dedicated to Britain's steam railways, entitled 'The Golden Age of Steam'.
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'A Number One Song For Rick'

For those of you who visited our home page, you may have heard an instrumental track being played in the background as the page loaded.
This work-in-progress track was recorded as a potential single-release for PWL hit-maker Rick Astley in June 1988.
After seeing this title on one of the DAT scans available elsewhere on our site, we received hundreds of requests to add a snippet of this track to our popular audio-player.
Although the track doesn't feature any vocals, we hope that those of you who requested this sneaky-peak enjoy hearing a track at the early stages of it's development. This month also marks the 21st anniversary of its recording, so it seems fitting that we upload it now.

another snippet of PWL news

SingStar Store Now Stocking S/A/W Classics!

Hugely popular video game, Sing Star - where YOU get to be the star and sing along to your favourite pop tracks - has recently added a number of classic PWL-produced hits to its SingStar Store, including singles by Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Sonia, Princess and The Reynolds Girls.
Stock Aitken Waterman favourites by Rick Astley and Mel & Kim are also available for download by SingStar addicts!
Check it out here!
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Flo Rida 'Right Round'

Flo Rida's latest single, 'Right Round' made history recently when it shattered the all-time one-week digital single sales record in the US!
The follow-up to last year's phenomenal dance floor smash 'Low' (which has now spent an incredible YEAR in the UK Top 75), 'Right Round' also debuted at the top of the charts in 6 other countries around the world and samples the classic SAW-produced, Dead or Alive hit 'You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)'.

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Pete's Train Blog @ Railnuts.com!

Pete has started up his own excellent blog! Train fans all over the globe will love reading about his latest locomotive thoughts and activities! Regularly updated, Pete's blog is also packed-full of exclusive photos and videos too!
Check it out HERE!

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Well Done Rick!

Congratulations to PWE favourite, Rick Astley, for winning the 'Best Act Ever!' award at November's MTV EMAs! Members of the public voted in their thousands for Rick to win this and we would like to say a huge 'Well Done' to our own Newton-Le-Willows wonderboy!

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Same Difference


Don't miss new pop-act Same Difference's spectacular version of the Kylie Minogue/Hazell Dean track 'Turn It into Love'
Produced at PWE, this recording is proving to be one of the highlight's on their debut album!

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December 08 Interview

Check out the Independent Newspaper's interview with Pete Waterman that was published on December 13th.
It can be read online HERE
another snippet of PWL news

Perfect Pete!

The music-on-demand website audiotube.com has published a copy of a recent interview they did with Pete.
You can read it here

another snippet of PWL news

TV Success!

Did you catch Pete's recent appearance on Peter Kay's 'Britain's Got The Pop Factor And Possibly A New Celebrity Jesus Christ Soapstar Superstar Strictly On Ice' TV special? The shows certainly proved to be a big hit with television audiences and attracted viewing figures of over 6 million and resulted in Bolton funny-man Kay having two hit singles!


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Just Like The Real Thing

Find out about Pete's model railway business here!


LNWR.COM

Check out this site to read about Pete's leading independent train maintenance company based in Crewe, which is wideley recognised as being the city at the heart of the UK rail network!

Please remember that PWE does not accept demo material of any kind.

We are also unable to enter into any correspondence regarding auditions, A&R/management, publishing deals or recording contracts. Thank You
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