What makes The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology by Dave Mason notable?

This anthology is significant as it consolidates Mason's contributions to rock, featuring both studio tracks and live recordings that reflect his evolving sound. It serves as a testament to his influence on subsequent artists and the classic rock genre, receiving positive attention for its comprehensive look at Mason's career. Released in 2016, 'The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology' comes during Dave Mason's later career, showcasing his enduring impact on rock music. This compilation encapsulates his work with Columbia Records, spanning several decades and highlights his evolution as a solo artist after his initial success with Traffic in the late 1960s.

Who is The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology for?

The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, soulful melodies for reflective moments and late-night companionship and warmth.

How many songs are on The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology?

The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology has 30 tracks, running approximately 115 minutes.

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The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology

Dave Mason · 2016

115 min · 30 tracks · rock music

A rich tapestry of rock sounds blending heartfelt lyrics with soulful melodies and a touch of bluesy grit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
soulful melodies for reflective moments
late-night companionship and warmth
heartfelt lyrics with bluesy grit
for leisurely afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
want high-energy dance music

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2016, 'The Columbia Years – The Definitive Anthology' comes during Dave Mason's later career, showcasing his enduring impact on rock music. This compilation encapsulates his work with Columbia Records, spanning several decades and highlights his evolution as a solo artist after his initial success with Traffic in the late 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors: Steve Winwood· Jackson Browne· Fleetwood Mac

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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Misty Morning Stranger 4:31
2 Baby... Please 3:13
3 The Lonely One 4:45
4 Head Keeper 3:39
5 It's Like You Never Left 2:54
6 Every Woman 1:39
7 All Along the Watchtower 4:03
8 You Can't Take It When You Go 4:08
9 Show Me Some Affection 4:18
10 Bring It on Home to Me 2:55
11 Relation Ships 5:02
12 You Can Lose It 3:04
13 Split Coconut 3:38
14 Crying, Waiting, Hoping 2:43
15 Long Lost Friend 4:26

Disc 2

1 Feelin' Alright (live) 6:23
2 Pearly Queen (live) 3:37
3 Take It to the Limit (live) 3:30
4 Sad and Deep as You (live) 3:08
5 Only You Know and I Know (live) 4:20
6 We Just Disagree 2:59
7 So High (Rock Me Baby and Roll Me Away) 4:08
8 Then It's Alright 4:14
9 Seasons 4:49
10 Let It Go, Let It Flow 3:16
11 Mystic Traveler 5:02
12 Don't It Make You Wonder 3:00
13 Will You Still Love Me Tommorow 5:03
14 Save Me 3:36
15 Paralyzed 3:34

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