B-Sides: 1996–2006 cover

B-Sides: 1996–2006

Placebo · 2011

101 min · 28 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · electronic rock

A collection of raw, eclectic tracks showcasing Placebo's signature blend of dark melodies and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with highlights
  • introspective tracks for deep listening
  • short bursts of eclectic energy
  • late-night reflective mood shifts
  • emotional rawness in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer polished studio productions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2011, 'B-Sides: 1996–2006' comes after Placebo’s fifth studio album, 'Battle for the Sun', which marked a significant sonic shift for the band. This compilation reflects their evolution over a decade, featuring previously unreleased material and B-sides that highlight their experimental phase during the late 90s and early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Cure· Interpol· My Chemical Romance

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Dark Globe 2:15
  • 2 Hare Krishna 4:25
  • 3 Been Smoking Too Long 2:17
  • 4 Hug Bubble 3:02
  • 5 Flesh Mechanic (demo) 4:29
  • 6 HK Farewell 7:31
  • 7 Slackerbitch 3:24
  • 8 Eyesight to the Blind 2:58
  • 9 Miss Moneypenny 2:50
  • 10 Waiting for the Son of Man 4:10
  • 11 Then the Clouds Will Open for Me 4:20
  • 12 Mars Landing Party 1:44
  • 13 Leeloo 5:19
  • 14 Needledick 1:14

Disc 2

  • 1 Innocence of Sleep 3:46
  • 2 Ion 4:07
  • 3 Aardvark 2:57
  • 4 Theme From Funky Reverend 2:52
  • 5 Leni 4:37
  • 6 Bubblegun 5:12
  • 7 Dub Psychosis 3:38
  • 8 Little Mo 3:00
  • 9 Evalia 4:18
  • 10 Drink You Pretty 3:54
  • 11 Soulmates 3:07
  • 12 Detox Five 2:50
  • 13 Uneedmemorethanineedyou 3:30
  • 14 Lazarus 3:25

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