I have been a fan of Vanilla Fudge since I was thirteen years old, and I would be remiss if I didn't say I was excited when this compilation arrived by mail. My utopian feelings were short lived, because I sat down and listened to it.Not to take anything away from the band, but the quality of the re-issue is sorely lacking sonically. I do not feel it is representative of the greatness of Vanilla Fudge, in fact I believe that if Stein, Bogert, Martel, or Appice actually sat down and listened to this they would be appalled, and cringe. It is unlistenable. But truth in advertising exists as this compilation is released on Edsel records, and often the front grill of the Edsel was often said to look like a toilet seat where is exactly where this complilation belongs. Need I say more! Dennis M. Jewell