Released in 1997 through Polydor Records , is a comprehensive 16-track compilation that captures the evolution of the band led by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore. This specific collection is highly regarded for its sound quality, with listeners often noting it is sonically superior to many previous individual CD releases. In a FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) format, this 1997 mastering preserves the "clearer, fuller, and richer" audio profile that distinguishes it from older, non-remastered versions. Musical Evolution and Track Selection
By 1997, the legend of Rainbow had solidified. Ritchie Blackmore had moved on to Blackmore’s Night, and Ronnie James Dio was in the midst of his post-Sabbath/Hear ‘n Aid era. This compilation arrived at a perfect moment: the late 90s classic rock revival. Rainbow - 1997 - The Very Best of Rainbow-FLAC-...