What makes The Best of Max Webster by Max Webster notable?

The album is significant for showcasing Max Webster's unique sound, which influenced a generation of Canadian progressive rock artists. It features charting hits like A Million Vacations and High Class in Borrowed Shoes, solidifying their place in the rock landscape of the era. The compilation received positive critical reception, helping to cement the band’s legacy even after they faded from mainstream attention. Released in 1981, The Best of Max Webster compiles the band's most notable tracks during their peak popularity in the late 1970s. This compilation followed their album Universal Juveniles and served as a retrospective at a time when the band was gaining significant traction in the Canadian rock scene. By this point, Max Webster had established themselves as a distinct voice within progressive rock and was preparing for their eventual disbandment.

How many songs are on The Best of Max Webster?

The Best of Max Webster has 16 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

The Best of Max Webster

Max Webster

64 min · 16 tracks · progressive rock

Eclectic progressive rock sounds blend intricate musicianship with imaginative lyrics, creating a vibrant sonic landscape.

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A Million Vacations — This track epitomizes the band's knack for blending catchy melodies with dynamic instrumentation, making it a defining moment in their catalogue.
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High Class in Borrowed Shoes — With its sharp lyrics and infectious chorus, this song highlights the group's ability to mix humor with social commentary, capturing their playful yet introspective essence.
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Battle Scar — Featuring contributions from Rush's Geddy Lee, this track stands out for its ambitious composition and emotional depth, showcasing the band's progressive rock roots.

Tracklist

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1 Check 2:37
2 High Class in Borrowed Shoes 4:00
3 A Million Vacations 3:15
4 Diamonds, Diamonds 3:19
5 Let Go the Line 3:33
6 Night Flights 3:05
7 The Party 4:46
8 Hangover (live) 5:41
9 Kids in Action 4:31
10 Gravity 4:52
11 Paradise Skies 3:29
12 Words to Words 3:36
13 Oh War! 4:25
14 Here Among the Cats 3:03
15 Waterline (live) 4:37
16 Battle Scar 5:49

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