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The Mercury Anthology (1992)

Rod Stewart
Reviewed by Ira Robbins | Nov 20, 1992
EW's GRADE
A

Details Lead Performance: Rod Stewart; Genres: Reissues, Rock

In Rod Stewart's lengthy career as a raspy romantic, the early-'70s era produced his most heartfelt and enjoyable music. Ignoring Stewart's later descent into hollow hit making, The Mercury Anthology is a strong compilation of rustic folk and rocking soul that matches a great singer with songs that merit his efforts. A

Originally posted Nov 20, 1992 Published in issue #145 Nov 20, 1992 Order article reprints

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