Poco – Poco (1970, Epic)

Media VG+
Sleeve VG+

Format : LP
Cat N° : BN 26522
Style : Country Rock

Poco’s debut album, “Pickin’ Up The Pieces,” exudes innocence compared to their second self-titled record. The sophomore release establishes Poco as a bona fide rock band, with a shift towards a heavier sound and soulful influences, evident in tracks like “Anyway Bye Bye” and “Don’t Let It Pass You By.” While they still embrace their country-rock roots with songs like “Honky Tonk Downstairs” and “You Better Think Twice,” the overall musical approach leans more towards rock than mountain music. This evolution makes Poco’s second album more accessible to rock fans, even though it may lack the pedal steel charm and poetic aspirations of their debut. It’s an album where the band fearlessly explores musical boundaries, occasionally hinting at prog-rock tendencies, showcasing their versatility and talent across rock, country, and soul genres, defying easy categorization.