A Good Feelin' to Know
Poco · 1972
40 min · 9 tracks · country music
A harmonious blend of country rock and soft melodies, capturing the essence of early 70s Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ride the Country — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its rich harmonies and lyrical celebration of rural life, making it a standout anthem for their ethos.
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A Good Feelin' to Know — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit, featuring reflective lyrics and an inviting melody that resonate with themes of contentment and nostalgia.
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Sweet Lovin' — With its engaging rhythm and romantic undertones, this song showcases Poco's ability to merge catchy hooks with heartfelt storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong harmonies and varied tempos but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered harmonies, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective mood.
- The album closes with a gentle ballad that contrasts sharply with the preceding tracks, creating a sense of resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective reflective moments
- mid-tempo flow for relaxation
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1972, A Good Feelin' to Know is Poco's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful record, Deliverin'. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the country rock genre and expanding their fanbase after a series of lineup changes that earlier marked their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Eagles· America· Firefall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 And Settlin' Down 3:42
- 2 Ride the Country 6:24
- 3 I Can See Everything 3:32
- 4 Go and Say Goodbye 2:47
- 5 Keeper of the Fire 4:25
- 6 Early Times 4:22
- 7 A Good Feelin' to Know 3:52
- 8 Restrain 5:10
- 9 Sweet Lovin' 6:24
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