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This career-spanning set includes Simply Red's two No. 1 hits, "If You Don't Know Me By Now" and "Holding Back The Years," along with lesser-known selections from the band's admirable catalog of soulful pop music.
Simply Red's songs are well-executed and emotive, with structures softly resting upon a foundation of jazz, reggae and soul. Mick Hucknell's rich, spirited vocals, reminiscent of Otis Redding, hold the pieces together. Over the years, Simply Red has had instrumental assistance from the likes of reggae tricksters Sly & Robbie and funkmeister Bootsy Collins. Such collaborations have led to easygoing songs held up by sharp musicianship. GREATEST HITS provides example after example of classic pop form.
Best of Simply Red: Holding Back the Years 1985-1997 contains all of Simply Red's biggest British and American hits, including "Holding Back the Years," "If You Don't Know Me By Now," and "Something Got Me Started." In addition to the well-known singles, there are two new tracks added to the collection, including "Angel," a duet with the Fugees. Simply Red always worked better on singles than albums, making this single-disc compilation an excellent introduction. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
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Average Rating: (3.7 out of 5 stars)
EXCELLENT MUSIC MY MISTAKE ON MY REVIEW - IT SHOULD BE 5 STARS. Submitted by a reviewer (SILVERDALE, WA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
EXCELLENT MUSIC YOUR MAIN SQUEEZE,A GOOD BOTTLE OF WINE, A CANDLE-LIT ROOM AND THIS CD. WHAT MORE COULD A PERSON WANT? Submitted by a reviewer (SILVERDALE, WA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Good CD I actually bought this CD for 2 songs only and all things considered, It was worth it.
Holding Back the Years & If You Don't Know Me By Now. Submitted by wmaden (West Jordan, Utah) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 0 of 1 found this helpful.
EXCELLENT MUSIC
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