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The Very Best of Supertramp

Supertramp · 1990

78 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock

A rich tapestry of melodic rock, blending introspective lyrics with lush arrangements and sophisticated instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • reflective moments for quiet contemplation
  • nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
  • melodic richness for focused listening
  • balance of upbeat and introspective

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer short, standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Very Best of Supertramp' was released in 1990, the band had solidified its status as a major player in the progressive rock scene. This compilation coincided with their commercial peak following successful albums like 'Breakfast in America' (1979), which had propelled them to mainstream acclaim. While this album marked a retrospective moment, it also hinted at the band's transition towards more subdued artistic endeavors.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· Camel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 School 5:35
  • 2 Goodbye Stranger 5:47
  • 3 The Logical Song 4:09
  • 4 Bloody Well Right 4:33
  • 5 Breakfast in America 2:40
  • 6 Rudy 7:17
  • 7 Take the Long Way Home 5:04
  • 8 Crime of the Century 5:31
  • 9 Dreamer 3:31
  • 10 Ain’t Nobody but Me 5:07
  • 11 Hide in Your Shell 6:48
  • 12 From Now On 6:17
  • 13 Give a Little Bit 4:08
  • 14 It’s Raining Again 4:22
  • 15 Cannonball 7:39

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