As you encounter compilations you see this happen. Here's a link about that.
http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/os-x-apps-games/224769-compilation-albums-itunes.html
Sadly, it's a common issue for some folk.
Bob
I've just ripped a 4-CD collection by various artists (using Nero Burning ROM) into 4 folders (....disc 1, 2, 3 & 4) but when I add the folders to itunes, I get an album for every track. I sync my ipod and without tediously finding all the tracks in sequence and creating a playlist, I can't play the album through. I've looked at the properties and compared them with other albums (also by various artists) but can't see where I've got it wrong.
I'm new to ipod / itunes so I'd much appreciate any help you can offer.
Thanks in advance.

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