Album DescriptionFull title, 'Northwest Battle of the Bands Vol. 2'. UK compilation celebrates the region which gave birth to hit-makers like the Wailers, the Ventures, the Kingsmen, Don & the Goodtimes & Paul Revere & The Raiders. 30 gems from the legendary Jerden label this CD has full info on all the bands, previously unseen photos & commentary from band members & Jerden's staff. Like Volume One in the series, Volume Two is based around one of Jerden's Battle Of The Bands albums, this time Volume Two, originally issued in 1968. Featuring the original album's 14 tracks plus 16 bonus tracks. This release gives you a true picture of what was going on between 1965 & 1968 with no clunkers, superb liner notes, great pictures & a thoughtfully consistent running order. 2001.