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The Essential Poco

Poco · 2005

70 min · 17 tracks · country

A harmonious blend of country rock and soft harmonies that capture the essence of Americana.

Why this album works

'The Essential Poco' highlights the band's significant contributions to the country rock genre, featuring hits that resonate with fans old and new. The album serves not just as a collection but as a reaffirmation of Poco's influence on subsequent artists within the genre.
Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic journey through emotions for afternoon drives
Context
Released in 2005, 'The Essential Poco' serves as a retrospective compilation marking Poco's enduring legacy in country rock. By this time, the band had already experienced several lineup changes and shifts in musical direction since their debut in 1969, showcasing the evolution of their sound over decades.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pickin’ Up the Pieces Standout 3:20
  • 2 You Better Think Twice 3:21
  • 3 Anyway Bye Bye 6:59
  • 4 C’mon (live) 3:18
  • 5 Kind Woman (live) 5:46
  • 6 Bad Weather 5:03
  • 7 Just for Me and You 3:37
  • 8 A Good Feelin’ to Know 3:55
  • 9 Go and Say Goodbye 2:48
  • 10 Here We Go Again 3:27
  • 11 High and Dry 4:55
  • 12 Crazy Love Standout 2:57
  • 13 Heart of the Night 4:53
  • 14 Shoot for the Moon 2:45
  • 15 Call It Love Standout 4:18
  • 16 Nothin’ to Hide 5:13
  • 17 When It All Began 3:35

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