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.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its comprehensive overview of Townshend's solo career, featuring tracks that span from the late '70s through the early 2000s. It received positive critical reception for its thoughtful curation and highlighted Townshend's contributions beyond The Who, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. The collection has been praised for its blend of rock anthems with poignant ballads, reinforcing his status as a multifaceted songwriter.
- Best for
- reflective moments of introspection dynamic flow with emotional peaks long-form exploration of themes
- 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
- Kim Wilde· Duran Duran· giorge mijael· Kate Bush· Ringo Starr· 10cc· Bee Gees· Joe Jackson
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 Standout 2:44
- 12 Slit Skirts Standout 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 Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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