Absolute Anthology
The Easybeats · 1980
116 min · 43 tracks · psychedelic rock · rock & roll · beat music
A vibrant collection of jangly guitars and infectious melodies that encapsulate the spirit of 60s pop-rock.
Absolute Anthology is an album by The Easybeats, released in 1980. A vibrant collection of jangly guitars and infectious melodies that encapsulate the spirit of 60s pop-rock. 'Absolute Anthology' is significant for resurrecting The Easybeats' legacy during a time when interest in classic rock was rising. It features their biggest hits, such as 'Friday on My Mind', which has been lauded by critics and recognized as an enduring influence on future rock bands, cementing their place in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Absolute Anthology sound like?
A vibrant collection of jangly guitars and infectious melodies that encapsulate the spirit of 60s pop-rock. Rooted in psychedelic rock and rock & roll.
What makes Absolute Anthology by The Easybeats notable?
'Absolute Anthology' is significant for resurrecting The Easybeats' legacy during a time when interest in classic rock was rising. It features their biggest hits, such as 'Friday on My Mind', which has been lauded by critics and recognized as an enduring influence on future rock bands, cementing their place in music history. Released in 1980, 'Absolute Anthology' marks The Easybeats' retrospective compilation during a period of waning fame after their initial success in the mid-1960s. By this time, the band had disbanded, and the album served as a celebration of their influential yet often overlooked catalog, showcasing their impact on the Australian music scene and beyond.
How many songs are on Absolute Anthology?
Absolute Anthology has 43 tracks, running approximately 116 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 For My Woman 3:07
- 2 Say That You’re Mine 2:44
- 3 She’s So Fine 2:05
- 4 Wedding Ring 2:02
- 5 Easy As Can Be 2:34
- 6 Sad & Lonely & Blue 2:19
- 7 You Said That 2:34
- 8 You Got It Off Me 2:30
- 9 You Can’t Do That 2:25
- 10 Funny Feelin’ 2:32
- 11 In My Book 3:11
- 12 Women 2:37
- 13 Come and See Her 2:43
- 14 I’ll Make You Happy 3:11
- 15 Too Much 1:47
- 16 Sorry 2:35
- 17 Made My Bed, Gonna Lie in It 2:11
- 18 Friday on My Mind Standout 2:45
- 19 Pretty Girl 2:19
- 20 Remembering Sam 2:35
- 21 Who’ll Be the One 2:38
- 22 Do You Have a Soul 2:59
- 23 Heaven & Hell 2:40
Disc 2
- 1 Hello How Are You 3:12
- 2 Come In You’ll Get Pneumonia 3:26
- 3 Good Times Standout 3:25
- 4 Bring a Little Lovin’ 2:25
- 5 The Music Goes ’Round My Head (fast) 2:19
- 6 Falling Off the Edge of the World 2:37
- 7 The Shame Just Drained 2:42
- 8 What in the World 2:18
- 9 Land of Make Believe 3:13
- 10 Peculiar Hole in the Sky 2:54
- 11 Lisa 3:11
- 12 Saturday Night 3:25
- 13 Amanda Storey 2:46
- 14 Down to the Last 500 2:40
- 15 Lay Me Down and Die (vocal version) 2:52
- 16 Wait a Minute 2:40
- 17 I Love Marie 2:38
- 18 Rock and Roll Boogie 2:28
- 19 Can’t Find Love 3:27
- 20 St. Louis 3:11
Release Date
January 1, 1980
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
116 min 52 sec
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