Best of Simply Red: Holding Back the Years 1985-1997 contains all of Simply Red's biggest British and American hits, including "Holding Back the Years," "If You Don't Know Me By Now," and "Something Got Me Started." In addition to the well-known singles, there are two new tracks added to the collection, including "Angel," a duet with the Fugees. Simply Red always worked better on singles than albums, making this single-disc compilation an excellent introduction. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
The reviewer insinuates SR is a singles band. Actually, they put little filler in their albums; almost every song is solid to really good. Stay, the last studio album, may be the exception, with more weak tracks than the usual album.
This is a great CD from a dynamic singer/songwriter! So multi-talented! I just wish he was much more appreciated in the USA as he is well-loved and appreciated internationally.