Basher: The Best of Nick Lowe
77 min · 25 tracks · new wave
A witty blend of rock and new wave infused with sharp lyrics and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
'Basher' is significant as it consolidates Nick Lowe's diverse discography, featuring tracks that have shaped power pop and new wave. It received critical acclaim upon release, reinforcing Lowe's status as a songwriter with a unique voice, while tracks like 'Cruel to Be Kind' remain staples in popular music history, influencing countless artists that followed.
- Best for
- witty lyrics for sharp minds wave-like pacing for engagement short tracks for quick enjoyment
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Basher: The Best of Nick Lowe' captures the artist at a retrospective phase, compiling hits from his prolific career since the mid-1970s. By this time, Lowe had transitioned from his early punk roots with bands like Brinsley Schwarz to becoming a celebrated solo artist known for his songwriting prowess and production skills. This compilation showcases his evolution and enduring influence in the rock landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elton John· Paul McCartney· Ringo Starr· The Who· John Lennon· Eric Clapton· George Harrison· Queen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So It Goes 2:31
- 2 Heart of the City Standout 2:01
- 3 (I Love the Sound of) Breaking Glass Standout 3:12
- 4 Little Hitler 2:59
- 5 No Reason 3:31
- 6 36 Inches High 2:58
- 7 Marie Provost 2:47
- 8 American Squirm 2:31
- 9 Cracking Up 2:58
- 10 Big Kick, Plain Scrap 2:28
- 11 Born Fighter 3:09
- 12 Switchboard Susan 3:48
- 13 Without Love 2:28
- 14 Cruel to Be Kind Standout 3:28
- 15 When I Write the Book 3:17
- 16 Heart 3:42
- 17 Raging Eyes 2:38
- 18 Time Wounds All Heels 2:44
- 19 Maureen 3:06
- 20 Half a Boy & Half a Man 2:55
- 21 7 Nights to Rock 2:46
- 22 She Don't Love Nobody 3:22
- 23 The Rose of England 3:26
- 24 I Knew the Bride (When She Used to Rock 'n' Roll) 4:26
- 25 Lovers Jamboree 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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