In addition to some terrific outtakes, the double-disc edition of
An American Treasure lacks some of the scope of the larger four-disc box, but as a simple 26-song condensation, it works quite well. The double disc follows the same chronological contours and it's not stingy with the rarities, featuring the excellent alternate "Rebels" and the
Echo outtake "Gainesville." For those listeners who only wish to sample
An American Treasure instead of immersing themselves within it, it's a good bet. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine