Van Halen

Best Of Volume 1

Many songs missing, but still a decent "Best Of" Album

Review Score:

(6/10)
This is a good album, but I think there is a lot more that could have been added to it. There are a few holes here. Where is "I'll Wait," "Secrets," "Mean Street" and "Love Walks In?" These are just four of several Van Halen greats that should have been included. Hopefully they will come out with a "Best Of Vol. 2" album. Granted, there are many great songs in this collection; "Jump," "Panama," "Dreams," "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love," and "Dance The Night Away," are just a few of the songs that set the album on fire, and will give those who are not familiar with Van Halen a huge helping of their tasty classic rock. I like how they added two new songs to this album; "Can't Get This Stuff No More," and "Me Wise Magic." I think it's always nice to have some new material on a "Best Of" album. It adds some "flavor" to the package. I personally like "Me Wise Magic." What a great rocker with the classic Van Halen harmonies!! Overall though, I honestly think several songs were overlooked particularly from their more underrated albums. Albums like "Fair Warning" and "Diver Down," had some great ones that could have been added to this "Best Of" CD for a little more diversity. I personally felt there could have been much more variety than what was put on this album. I think they desperately need a "Vol. 2" for the MANY unadded songs. Still, it's a good, decent album with some great classics, and its' fun to listen to.

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