Time Peace: The Rascals' Greatest Hits
40 min · 14 tracks · blue-eyed soul
A vibrant collection of blue-eyed soul that fuses rock rhythms with soulful melodies and expressive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Good Lovin’ — The upbeat energy of this track exemplifies the band's signature sound, blending catchy hooks with infectious rhythm that defined their appeal.
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Groovin’ — This song captures the essence of carefree summer vibes while showcasing the band's ability to merge soul with pop sensibilities seamlessly.
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A Beautiful Morning — With its optimistic lyrics and bright instrumentation, this track serves as an anthem for positivity, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the late 1960s.
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How Can I Be Sure — The introspective lyrics and emotive delivery highlight the band’s softer side, providing depth to the collection and illustrating their versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This compilation showcases The Rascals' key hits but lacks a cohesive narrative or flow typical of original albums.
What we noticed
- Several tracks include prominent brass sections that enhance the soulful feel, particularly in 'Good Lovin'' and 'Mustang Sally.'
- The sequencing places the more popular hits at the beginning, creating an engaging start before transitioning to deeper cuts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- upbeat tracks for sunny days
- for group sing-alongs
- quick bursts of joyful energy
- nostalgic vibes for road trips
- danceable rhythms for celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- seek deep lyrical introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, this compilation marked The Rascals' transition from their initial success in the 1960s to a period of reflection and change. It encapsulates their biggest hits, showcasing their evolution within the blue-eyed soul genre as they navigated the changing musical landscape of the early '70s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Box Tops· The Temptations· The Drifters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Ain’t Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore 2:43
- 2 Good Lovin’ 2:30
- 3 You Better Run 2:27
- 4 Come On Up 2:46
- 5 Mustang Sally 4:01
- 6 Love Is a Beautiful Thing 2:32
- 7 In the Midnight Hour 4:00
- 8 Lonely Too Long 3:01
- 9 Groovin’ 2:30
- 10 A Girl Like You 2:49
- 11 How Can I Be Sure 2:53
- 12 It’s Wonderful 2:16
- 13 Easy Rollin’ 2:55
- 14 A Beautiful Morning 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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