Anthology
Pete Townshend · 2005
148 min · 34 tracks · rock music
A reflective collage of rock and introspective ballads showcasing Townshend's lyrical depth and musical versatility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of introspection
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- long-form exploration of themes
- thoughtful listening during quiet times
- engaging narratives that unfold gradually
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2005, Pete Townshend was transitioning into a solo retrospective phase, having recently rejoined The Who for tours. 'Anthology' serves as a comprehensive collection of his solo work, highlighting both his hits and deeper cuts that show his evolution since the 1970s. This compilation followed his previous album, 'Psychoderelict' (1993), marking a return to focusing on his individual artistry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Who· David Bowie· Led Zeppelin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 English Boy 4:49
- 2 Secondhand Love 4:11
- 3 A Little Is Enough 4:41
- 4 Heart to Hang Onto 4:27
- 5 Sheraton Gibson 2:36
- 6 The Sea Refuses No River 5:52
- 7 Brilliant Blues 3:05
- 8 Now and Then 4:12
- 9 I Won't Run Anymore 4:00
- 10 Keep Me Turning 3:45
- 11 Let My Love Open the Door 2:44
- 12 Slit Skirts 5:01
- 13 A Friend Is a Friend 4:45
- 14 Let's See Action 6:21
- 15 Street in the City 6:06
- 16 Empty Glass 5:23
Disc 2
- 1 Rough Boys 4:01
- 2 Give Blood 5:45
- 3 Exquisitely Bored 3:42
- 4 Jools & Jim 2:36
- 5 Crashing by Design 3:17
- 6 Don't Try to Make Me Real 3:30
- 7 Face the Face 5:54
- 8 Uniforms (Corp D'Espirit) 3:42
- 9 My Baby Gives It Away 4:02
- 10 Outlive the Dinosaur 4:25
- 11 Keep On Working 3:23
- 12 White City Fighting 4:40
- 13 All Shall Be Well 4:12
- 14 Time Is Passing 3:27
- 15 I Am Afraid 4:25
- 16 Misunderstood 3:01
- 17 Pure and Easy 5:32
- 18 Parvardigar 6:47
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