The Best of Rainbow
Rainbow · 1981
81 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · power metal · traditional heavy metal
A dynamic fusion of hard rock and neo-classical metal, defined by soaring vocals and intricate guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- soaring vocals for catharsis
- epic ballads for reflection
- sing-along energy with friends
- late-night anthem sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- dislike extended track lengths
- prefer consistent pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'The Best of Rainbow' captures the band's evolution following their peak years in the late 1970s. Positioned after the commercial success of albums like 'Long Live Rock 'n' Roll', this compilation highlights the diverse styles that defined their sound, showcasing both classic tracks and later hits as they navigated lineup changes and musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Deep Purple· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 All Night Long 3:48
- 2 Man on the Silver Mountain 4:38
- 3 Lost in Hollywood 4:48
- 4 Jealous Lover 3:09
- 5 Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll 4:25
- 6 Stargazer 8:28
- 7 Kill the King 4:28
- 8 A Light in the Black 8:12
Disc 2
- 1 Since You’ve Been Gone 3:15
- 2 16th Century Greensleeves 3:35
- 3 Catch the Rainbow 6:40
- 4 The Eyes of the World 6:33
- 5 I Surrender 4:00
- 6 Gates of Babylon 6:47
- 7 Can’t Happen Here 4:56
- 8 Starstruck 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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