Ultimate Hits
Steve Miller Band · 2017
72 min · 22 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant collection of classic rock anthems infused with bluesy guitar riffs and psychedelic undertones.
Top tracks — play these first
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Take the Money and Run Start here — This track is quintessential Steve Miller, combining storytelling with catchy hooks that exemplify the band’s knack for blending rock with narrative depth.
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The Joker — As one of Miller's signature songs, it showcases his playful lyricism and distinctive vocal style, becoming a defining anthem of the '70s.
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Fly Like an Eagle — This song captures the essence of Miller's psychedelic influence while addressing themes of freedom and escapism through its soaring melodies.
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Abracadabra — Known for its infectious chorus and synthesizer-driven sound, this track represents Miller's successful embrace of contemporary pop elements during the '80s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic mix of energy levels
- sing-along anthems with friends
- nostalgic vibes from past eras
- for road trip playlists
- short bursts of infectious fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, contemplative music
- want deep narrative experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — A compilation that effectively introduces the band's extensive catalog to new listeners.
- Themes
- 70s rock anthems· bluesy storytelling· psychedelic freedom
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Ultimate Hits is a compilation that encapsulates the Steve Miller Band's extensive career since their formation in 1967. By this time, they were celebrating over five decades of music, showcasing their most popular tracks while reflecting on their influence in the rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Doobie Brothers· Chicago· Creedence Clearwater Revival
Tracklist
- 1 Harmony of the Spheres 2 0:49
- 2 Steve Miller at Age Five Talking to His Godfather Les Paul 0:49
- 3 Take the Money and Run Start here 2:46
- 4 Rock’n Me 3:03
- 5 The Stake 3:55
- 6 Threshold 0:53
- 7 Jet Airliner 3:35
- 8 The Joker 4:26
- 9 Abracadabra 5:08
- 10 Jungle Love 3:07
- 11 Swingtown 3:28
- 12 Dance, Dance, Dance 2:18
- 13 Serenade From the Stars 3:10
- 14 Space Intro 1:14
- 15 Fly Like an Eagle 4:42
- 16 Wild Mountain Honey 4:50
- 17 Living in the USA (live) 4:53
- 18 Space Cowboy (live) 3:49
- 19 Seasons 3:04
- 20 I Want to Make the World Turn Around 4:25
- 21 Winter Time 3:14
- 22 The Window 4:17
What to play next
Fly Like an Eagle
1976
It features iconic rock sounds and themes that resonate with the hits in Ultimate Hits.
Greatest Hits 1974–78
1978
This album sets up the classic rock vibe leading into the broader collection of Ultimate Hits.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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