Anthology
Garbage · 2022
140 min · 35 tracks · alternative rock
A curated journey through gritty alt-rock, blending sharp hooks with introspective lyrics and a distinctive electronic edge.
Top tracks — play these first
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Vow Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Only Happy When It Rains — This track epitomizes Garbage's blend of melancholy and catchy melodies, showcasing their signature sound and lyrical wit. Its enduring popularity reflects the band's ability to resonate with feelings of discontent wrapped in an infectious hook.
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#1 Crush — Renowned for its haunting atmosphere and passionate delivery, this song captures the intensity of unrequited love, making it a staple in the band's catalog. The emotional depth combined with lush production exemplifies Garbage's artistry.
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Stupid Girl — With its biting lyrics and driving beat, this track became an anthem of empowerment and self-awareness during the '90s. Its critical reception helped solidify Garbage’s place in alt-rock history.
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The World Is Not Enough — The band's contribution to the James Bond soundtrack showcases their versatility and ability to adapt to cinematic themes while maintaining their unique sound. This track demonstrates Garbage's reach beyond traditional album formats.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic collection for varied moods
- wave-like pacing with emotional shifts
- cathartic anthems for sing-alongs
- sharp wit in lyrical content
- for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- dislike long listening experiences
- prefer immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — Anthology introduces new fans to Garbage's legacy and key hits.
- Themes
- grunge-infused nostalgia· cinematic soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in early 2022, Anthology marks Garbage's first compilation album, encapsulating their evolution since their debut in 1995. Following a lengthy hiatus after their 2016 album, Strange Little Birds, this compilation offers a retrospective look at their influential contributions to alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Doubt· Placebo· The Smashing Pumpkins
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Vow Start here 4:30
- 2 Subhuman 4:34
- 3 Only Happy When It Rains 3:45
- 4 Queer 4:37
- 5 Stupid Girl 4:19
- 6 Milk 3:54
- 7 #1 Crush 4:40
- 8 Push It 4:02
- 9 I Think I’m Paranoid 3:38
- 10 Special 3:43
- 11 When I Grow Up 3:24
- 12 The Trick Is to Keep Breathing 4:12
- 13 You Look So Fine (single version) 3:49
- 14 The World Is Not Enough 3:57
- 15 Androgyny 3:10
- 16 Cherry Lips (Go Baby Go!) 3:12
- 17 Breaking Up the Girl 3:33
- 18 Shut Your Mouth 3:26
Disc 2
- 1 Why Do You Love Me 3:52
- 2 Bleed Like Me 4:00
- 3 Sex Is Not the Enemy 3:06
- 4 Run Baby Run 3:57
- 5 Tell Me Where It Hurts 4:11
- 6 Witness to Your Love 3:39
- 7 Blood for Poppies 3:39
- 8 Battle in Me 4:15
- 9 Automatic Systematic Habit 3:18
- 10 Big Bright World 3:35
- 11 Control 4:12
- 12 Empty 3:54
- 13 Magnetized 3:54
- 14 Even Though Our Love Is Doomed 5:26
- 15 No Horses 5:23
- 16 The Men Who Rule the World 4:29
- 17 No Gods No Masters 4:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Tragic Kingdom
No Doubt
Merges pop and rock with emotional depth, reflecting on nostalgia and personal growth.
After Laughter
Paramore
Combines upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics, echoing a blend of grunge and pop sensibilities.
Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette
Features raw emotion and sharp lyrical wit, rooted in the alternative rock ethos of the '90s.
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