CARPENTERS 40/40 (2009 UK 40-track 2-CD album set - The Carpenters, consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter, are one of the world's most influential musical duos and one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Their unique style of melodies, meticulously crafted arrangements by Richard and the distinctive voice of Karen has placed them in a league of their own. 2009 sees the 40th Anniversary since the Carpenters were signed to A&M and released their first record. To celebrate, this 40-track collection spans their 40 year career in music; including classics such as 'Ticket To Ride', 'We've Only Just Begun', 'For All We Know', 'Rainy Days and Mondays', 'Superstar', 'It's Going to Take Some Time', 'Hurting Each Other', 'Goodbye to Love', 'Sing', 'Yesterday Once More', 'Top of the World', 'Please Mr. Postman' and 'Only Yesterday' among others)