The album kicks off with their most recent single, "Let Love In," a song with some great guitar work and the typically ambiguous lyrics about love, disappointment, and everything else in between. It's an appropriate start to the album, since most of Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 - The Singles revolves around The Goo Goo Dolls' largest commercial successes. Songs such as "Iris," "Big Machine," and "Slide" are all here, as expected. But then again, what else can you expect from a greatest hits album that focuses solely on the singles?
There were a few songs that, as a fan of their Dizzy Up the Girl period, weren't new to me, but were unexpected to hear on a greatest hits album. "Dizzy," a song that begins with plenty of loud guitars and excellent lyrics as well, is a pleasant surprise, as is their first big single "Name." Other surprises (at least, for me) include "Feel the Silence" and "Before It's Too Late," two of the better songs from their newer material.
For fans of The Goo Goo Dolls, there's not much new here. But for casual listeners or those familiar with their singles, Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 - The Singles could make a great stocking stuffer this Christmas. It's also the first time we've seen The Goo Goo Dolls' best singles put together in one place, and that alone makes it a worthwhile listen. Plus, it's the perfect album to remind yourself that not all pop music is overly processed and just plain bad. There are a few bands out there with some real talent.
Article comments
1 - Sue
Hey, thanks for a positive Goo review! They kind of stay beneath the radar, but are indeed a great band
2 - Amanda!!
The Goo Goo Dolls are the best.
i don't know what i'd do without them.
i love their work and john rzeznik is totally an inspiration.it's amazing how he takes the most insignificant things that goes on every day around us and makes it so unbelievably..perfect.keep up the good work you guys and i'll definitely keep listening!