 Since quitting the band in 1972 , Bell had spent time in several different countries trying to develop his solo career . In 1978 , after his return to Memphis , the first two Big Star albums were released together in the UK as a double album , drawing enthusiastic reviews and interest from fans . Soon afterwards Big Star 's recognition grew further when , four years after its completion , the third album too was released in both the US and the UK . By now , the hitherto untitled Third / Sister Lovers had become known by several unofficial names including Third ( reflecting its position in the discography ) , Beale Street Green ( acknowledging the legendary site nearby , once a focal point for Memphis blues musicians ) and Sister Lovers ( because during the album 's recording sessions , Chilton and Stephens were dating sisters Lesa and Holliday Aldridge ) . 
