The Very Best of Poco
Poco · 1999
61 min · 14 tracks · country music
A harmonious blend of country rock and soft melodies, showcasing Poco's signature vocal harmonies and intricate musicianship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pickin' Up the Pieces Start here — This track exemplifies Poco's early sound with its catchy melody and harmonious blend of vocals, setting the stage for their country rock identity.
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Bad Weather — With its introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation, this song reflects the band's ability to weave emotional depth into their music.
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A Good Feelin' to Know — This track showcases the band's knack for storytelling through music, balancing upbeat rhythms with reflective themes of connection and reassurance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This compilation captures Poco's evolution but lacks a strong cohesive narrative due to its mixed format.
What we noticed
- Several tracks showcase intricate vocal harmonies, particularly in songs like 'Pickin' Up the Pieces' and 'You Better Think Twice'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- mellow harmonies for relaxation
- nostalgic vibes for road trips
- live tracks enhance engagement
- gentle melodies for background listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — This compilation showcases Poco's key hits, making it accessible for new listeners.
- Career context
- By the time 'The Very Best of Poco' was released in 1999, the band had experienced multiple lineup changes and a shift in musical direction since their formation in 1968. This compilation surfaced after their commercial peak in the late 1970s, serving as a retrospective that highlighted their influential role in the country rock genre during their prime.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Eagles· America· Firefall
Tracklist
- 1 Pickin' Up the Pieces Start here 3:20
- 2 My Kind of Love 2:43
- 3 You Better Think Twice 3:22
- 4 Anyway Bye Bye 6:59
- 5 C'Mon (live) 3:17
- 6 Just in Case It Happens, Yes Indeed / Grand Junction / Consequently So Long (live) 10:13
- 7 Kind Woman (live) 5:46
- 8 Bad Weather 5:03
- 9 Just for Me and You 3:38
- 10 You Are the One 3:49
- 11 A Good Feelin' to Know 3:55
- 12 Go and Say Goodbye 2:48
- 13 Faith in the Families 3:43
- 14 Whatever Happened to Your Smile 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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