This 1980 compilation captures Smokie during a period of significant international popularity, consolidating their greatest hits for a global audience. It showcases their signature blend of melodic rock and pop sensibilities that defined their chart success.
- Released in November 1980, "The Very Best of Smokie" was issued by Sony Music Catalog.
- The album draws from Smokie's most commercially successful period, the late 1970s.
- It compiles many of their well-known singles, highlighting their enduring appeal in the classic rock genre.
Smokie is a British rock band formed in Bradford, West Yorkshire, in 1964. They are best known for their soft rock sound and international chart success in the 1970s. The band's sound in 1980 was characterized by polished production and melodic songwriting, positioning them as elder statesmen of the era's stadium rock scene.
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