Uriah Heep (band) recording of the album, drummer Alex Napier was replaced by Nigel Olsson, recommended to Byron by Elton John. The debut was not popular with rock critics (especially in the USA where "Rolling Stone" reviewer Melissa Mills infamously promised to commit suicide "if this band makes it") but in retrospect the attitude towards it changed. "Those unfamiliar with Uriah Heep may want to try out "Demons and Wizards" or a compilation first, but anyone with a serious interest in Uriah Heep or the roots of heavy metal will find plenty to like on ..."Very 'eavy ...Very 'umble"," advised critic Donald A.
The Very Very Best of Crowded House purchase, whilst admitting that the album, "will do enough business to warrant their record company's shameless opportunism." "Classic Rock" reviewer remarks how the band has progressed since the time when the material of the collection was recorded, but she says that "it's hard not to be wowed by this back catalogue of golden pop genius." The album peaked at number 11 in Australia, 12 in New Zealand and 49 in the UK, making it less successful than "Recurring Dream". The Very Very Best of Crowded House The Very Very Best of Crowded House is a compilation album featuring 19 singles