Throughout the distinct phases of their recording career, from straight rhythmic to Civil Rights protest anthems, to what might be called to the funky grit of their years, always delivered songs that said something, and even when the grooves of songs like 1971's or 1972's -tinged were sending people to the dancefloors, the lyrics were hopeful, message-driven missives of support for a better self, a better community, and a better world. is a fine anthology which collects tracks recorded between 1968 and 1975 during productive stay at , and includes both and as well as the powerful with its brilliantly staggered vocals, and the produced There isn't a single lame track here, and while there are lengthier collections of ' years on the market, this one has a wonderful flow. ~ Steve Leggett