Anthology
The Clean · 2002
134 min · 46 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant collection of jangly guitars and off-kilter rhythms that encapsulates the essence of New Zealand's indie rock scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tally Ho! — This track exemplifies The Clean's signature sound with its infectious melody and rhythmic playfulness, setting the tone for the compilation.
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Anything Could Happen — The song captures a raw spontaneity that characterizes much of The Clean’s work, blending catchy hooks with an experimental edge.
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Point That Thing Somewhere Else — With its driving beat and engaging lyrics, this track showcases the band’s ability to combine humor with social commentary, reflecting their unique style.
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Sad Eyed Lady — This song stands out for its emotive depth and lyrical introspection, demonstrating The Clean's capacity for melodic beauty amidst their typically upbeat sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of playful energy
- quirky tracks for casual listening
- unexpected twists in song structure
- great for upbeat gatherings
- varied pacing keeps engagement high
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive pieces
- seek polished mainstream production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Anthology is a comprehensive retrospective by The Clean, showcasing their influential work from the late 1970s through the 1990s. This compilation arrived shortly after their reunion in the early 2000s, marking a significant moment as they reestablished themselves in the indie rock landscape after a decade-long hiatus.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bats· Pavement· Yo La Tengo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Tally Ho! 2:41
- 2 Platypus 3:16
- 3 Billy Two 2:22
- 4 Thumbs Off 2:58
- 5 Anything Could Happen 2:38
- 6 Sad Eyed Lady 3:02
- 7 Point That Thing Somewhere Else 5:27
- 8 Fish 2:24
- 9 Flowers 3:25
- 10 Side On 2:02
- 11 Slug Song 3:19
- 12 Beatnik 1:57
- 13 End of My Dream 4:08
- 14 On Again/Off Again 1:46
- 15 At the Bottom 3:50
- 16 Getting Older 4:17
- 17 Scrap Music 1:30
- 18 Whatever I Do Is Right 2:32
- 19 Two Fat Sisters (live) 2:54
- 20 Odditty 2:33
- 21 Quickstep (live) 5:52
- 22 At the Bottom (live) 3:26
Disc 2
- 1 Draw(in)g to a (W)hole 2:03
- 2 I Wait Around 2:40
- 3 The Blue 1:46
- 4 Some One 1:52
- 5 Big Soft Punch 2:32
- 6 Diamond Shine 3:13
- 7 Big Cat 1:41
- 8 Outside the Cage 5:07
- 9 Safe in the Rain 2:55
- 10 Secret Place 3:32
- 11 Do Your Thing 4:13
- 12 Linger Longer 2:27
- 13 Too Much Violence 3:50
- 14 Trapped in Amber 3:15
- 15 Psychedelic Ranger 2:49
- 16 Late Last Night 2:48
- 17 Ludwig 2:10
- 18 Wipe Me, I’m Lucky 3:11
- 19 Franz Kafka at the Zoo 1:58
- 20 Clutch 2:15
- 21 Balkans 1:20
- 22 Indigo Blue 2:33
- 23 Chumpy 3:45
- 24 Twist Top 2:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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