This collection covers the legendary duo's entire studio journey, from their 1969 debut to posthumous releases of archival material.

The core of this collection focuses on the albums released during Karen’s lifetime, showcasing the evolution from experimental folk-pop to polished adult contemporary.

The Carpenters' music career began in the late 1960s, with their first album, (1969), released on June 12, 1969. Although it didn't chart, the album laid the groundwork for their future success. Their sophomore effort, Uncloseted (1971), was re-released as Carpenters in 1971, featuring the hit single "Mama," which reached No. 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This marked the beginning of their commercial success.

The 13-CD collection generally includes their complete studio output during the duo's active years and posthumous releases supervised by Richard Carpenter:

(2001/2004 edition) – Rare archival recordings and alternate takes. Technical Details: Format: FLAC (Lossless) Total Content: 13 CDs Years Covered: 1969–2004

Disc 5 — Horizon (1975)