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Best of Blind Melon

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Nice to finally have a real "Best Of" out. Previously all we had was one of those always lame "Classic Masters" collections. This greatly improves on that disc by adding 7 tracks, and having better packaging. Of course the obvious songs are here like "No Rain", "Tones Of Home", and "Soup". Also good though is "Time", "Three Is The Magic Number", and "2 x 4". It's a nice change to hear the "No Rain (ripped away version)" as well. I think this proper collection is an excellent way for casual fans to see that Blind Melon was more than just the band with the bee-girl video. Shannon and the group were indeed underrated.

This album has some good hits, more off the older albums, but if you're looking for amazing Blind Melon I'd suggest going with their self-titled album, every song is amazing and it gives the listen such a greater appreciation for the band. The Best Of combines songs from all their albums, but too me there are a lot more songs, "Holyman", "Sleepyhouse", "Skinned", and a ton more I would have liked to seen on this disc. But other than that its still a great cd and if you liked "No Rain" you'll like this cd and i suggest you get it.

This is the best "Greatest Hits" package I have ever seen. All the essential tracks are tracklisted here - released as singles or not. I can't name one essential track that was missed. This album is faultless. They even included "Three is a magic number" which up till now was a rare track. I still can't believe it...a greatest hits that is actually an accurate representation and a worthy tribute to the band!

This is not a product of the grunge era. They are one of those rare and unique gems from the 90's. I'm biased as hell, It's my fav band of all time. But I listen to everything and know enough about music to pick out the s*** from the gold. This Album is particularly good for its live stuff and also the hard to get "3 is a magic number". It's one of my personal favorites. The pusher, is controversial, another remake, another song you gotta listen to. They only made three albums, but what the hell...Gotta say, I wasn't expecting to see a greatest hits. Still, like I said, great start for those of you out there who have only heard "no rain." P.S. They only made three albums cause Hoon died. The world is cruel.

Die-hard Blind Melon fans might argue that getting the first album would be better value for money. I have to disagree on account of the last three tracks. Three is a magic number is an insanely catchy educational track which i believe tops No Rain in terms of catchiness, You can't help but smile when Shannon Hoon shouts out "3x10 is" and is immediatly answered by a chorus of "30." and they work their way all the way down to "and 3x1 is (what is it?) 3!". The two live tracks prove that blind melon are an amazing live band. As for the actual compilation, it is a good account of blind melon's best tracks, although most will argue that their favourite tracks off the debut are not contained (I would've personally put "Seed to a tree" and "Sleepyhouse.") It does include their ever famous "No rain." and great songs like "2x4" and "Time". It should be excellent for initiates.

Items was As advertised. New and unopened and still sealed in the package.. Quick and hassel free purchase. received it pretty quick.

Searched for this initially to find No Rain, ended up previewing the others and bought the whole thing, great tracks!

Great songs for those who love all the old as well as new . . . Also you guy's were great getting it to me in 2 days ! Thanks for no cracks in the case ,( I so often have happen)!

If you can only get one Blind Melon album, this should be it! Most of the good stuff is all here so you can just pop in the CD & let it play. Great buy for anyone wanting to hear some relaxing music that really makes sense.

This cd really does have all of their greatest songs on it. Even though it is hard to pick just a few really great ones, they did. It is a must have for any Blind Melon fan.