The Best of Rod Stewart cover

The Best of Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart · 1976

77 min · 18 tracks · new wave · R&B · blues rock

A blend of soulful rock and poignant balladry, capturing the essence of Stewart's emotive vocal style.

Why this album works

This compilation album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and has been certified multi-platinum, highlighting Stewart's commercial appeal during the mid-1970s. Its blend of rock and blues influences helped define the sound of that era and introduced new audiences to his earlier works.
Best for
wave-like pacing for reflection emotive vocals for nostalgic moments dynamic mix of tempos
Context
Released in 1976, 'The Best of Rod Stewart' encapsulates his early career successes, following his breakthrough with 'Every Picture Tells a Story' in 1971. At this point, Stewart had transitioned from frontman of Faces to a solo powerhouse, solidifying his place in popular music.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Maggie May Standout 5:17
  • 2 Cut Across Shorty 6:32
  • 3 An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down 3:07
  • 4 (I Know) I'm Losing You Standout 5:23
  • 5 Handbags & Gladrags 4:26
  • 6 It's All Over Now 3:37
  • 7 Street Fighting Man 5:07
  • 8 Gasoline Alley 4:05
  • 9 Every Picture Tells a Story 6:00
  • 10 What Made Milwaukee Famous (Has Made a Loser Out of Me) 2:54
  • 11 Oh! No Not My Baby 3:41
  • 12 Jodie 3:11
  • 13 You Wear It Well Standout 4:25
  • 14 Let Me Be Your Car 4:59
  • 15 Pinball Wizard 3:12
  • 16 Sailor 3:36
  • 17 Angel 4:06
  • 18 Mine for Me 4:00

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