Best Of
Mental As Anything · 1999
79 min · 24 tracks · new wave
Eclectic pop-rock melodies collide with sharp wit and infectious energy, capturing a quintessential Australian sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- infectious energy for gatherings steady pacing for casual listening playful wit and charm
- Context
- By the release of 'Best Of' in 1999, Mental As Anything had established themselves as a prominent band in the Australian music scene, following their commercial breakthrough with hits like 'Live It Up' and 'If You Leave Me, Can I Come Too?'. This compilation album served as a retrospective of their career up to that point, showcasing their catchy tunes and quirky style while appealing to both new listeners and long-time fans.
- If you like
- new wave
Best Of is an album by Mental As Anything, released in 1999. Eclectic pop-rock melodies collide with sharp wit and infectious energy, capturing a quintessential Australian sound. 'Best Of' peaked at number 2 on the ARIA Albums Chart and solidified Mental As Anything's legacy in Australia as one of the defining bands of the new wave movement. The album features many of their biggest hits, reinforcing the band's influence on Australian music during the late 70s and 80s through its blend of pop and rock elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Best Of sound like?
Eclectic pop-rock melodies collide with sharp wit and infectious energy, capturing a quintessential Australian sound. Rooted in new wave.
What makes Best Of by Mental As Anything notable?
'Best Of' peaked at number 2 on the ARIA Albums Chart and solidified Mental As Anything's legacy in Australia as one of the defining bands of the new wave movement. The album features many of their biggest hits, reinforcing the band's influence on Australian music during the late 70s and 80s through its blend of pop and rock elements. By the release of 'Best Of' in 1999, Mental As Anything had established themselves as a prominent band in the Australian music scene, following their commercial breakthrough with hits like 'Live It Up' and 'If You Leave Me, Can I Come Too?'. This compilation album served as a retrospective of their career up to that point, showcasing their catchy tunes and quirky style while appealing to both new listeners and long-time fans.
Who is Best Of for?
Best Of works well if you're into infectious energy for gatherings, steady pacing for casual listening and playful wit and charm.
How many songs are on Best Of?
Best Of has 24 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Nips Are Getting Bigger 3:21
- 2 Egypt 3:28
- 3 Come Around 3:04
- 4 (Just Like) Romeo and Juliet Standout 2:13
- 5 If You Leave Me, Can I Come Too? Standout 2:55
- 6 Too Many Times 2:38
- 7 Berserk Warriors 3:25
- 8 Let's Cook 2:31
- 9 I Didn't Mean to Be Mean 3:13
- 10 Spirit Got Lost 2:58
- 11 Brain Brain 4:27
- 12 Working for the Man 3:22
- 13 Apocalypso 3:40
- 14 You're So Strong 3:27
- 15 Live It Up Standout 3:47
- 16 Date With Destiny 3:00
- 17 Surf & Mull & Sex & Fun 3:39
- 18 Let's Go to Paradise 3:11
- 19 He's Just No Good for You 3:26
- 20 Rock'n'Roll Music 3:01
- 21 The World Seems Difficult 3:54
- 22 Mr Natural 3:59
- 23 Nigel 2:49
- 24 Dorothy Parker's Hair 3:49
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