This 1982 compilation collects early singles and B-sides from Kim Wilde's initial period on Cherry Red Records, showcasing the synth-pop and new wave sound that defined her early career. It captures a pivotal moment in the artist's trajectory, featuring tracks that cemented her status as a UK pop phenomenon.
- "Select" was released in May 1982, serving as a compilation of Kim Wilde's singles and B-sides released up to that point on Cherry Red Records.
- The album features Wilde's early hits, including "Kids in America", "Cheque Mate", and "Water on Water".
- "Select" reached number 79 on the UK Albums Chart in 1982.
Kim Wilde is a British pop singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the early 1980s with her distinctive blend of synth-pop and new wave. She became an international star with her debut single "Kids in America" and continued to deliver hits throughout the decade. At the time of "Select"'s release, Wilde was riding high on the success of her debut album and was solidifying her image as a stylish and rebellious pop icon in the burgeoning UK new wave scene.
