Classic Masters (Grand Funk Railroad album)
Classic Masters is a compilation album by the American rock band Grand Funk Railroad, released in 2002. As part of Capitol Records' Classic Masters series, the album provides a collection of the band's most popular and recognizable songs, spanning their career from the late 1960s to the early 1970s.
The album generally serves as a "best of" or "greatest hits" package, designed to offer a concise overview of Grand Funk Railroad's musical output for casual listeners or those new to the band. The track list typically includes staples such as "We're an American Band," "Some Kind of Wonderful," "The Loco-Motion," and "I'm Your Captain/Closer to Home."
Classic Masters aims to present digitally remastered versions of the original recordings, offering improved audio quality compared to older releases. As with other compilations, the track selection may vary slightly depending on the region or specific pressing. While not offering any new or unreleased material, the album serves as a convenient and accessible entry point to Grand Funk Railroad's discography. The album's packaging and liner notes typically provide basic information about the band and the songs included.