Closer to the Stars: Best of the Twin/Tone Years
Soul Asylum · 2006
44 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant collection of alternative rock anthems that encapsulate a transformative era for Soul Asylum.
Why this album works
This compilation is notable for its role in reintroducing Soul Asylum's earlier work to a new audience, celebrating their contributions to the alternative rock scene. It also reflects the band's enduring legacy, particularly after their Grammy win for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1994 for 'Runaway Train.'
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo anthems sing-along moments with friends nostalgic reflections on past
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'Closer to the Stars: Best of the Twin/Tone Years' serves as a retrospective compilation following Soul Asylum's commercial peak in the early '90s with 'Grave Dancers Union.' This album marks a significant moment in their career, showcasing the band's evolution from underground punk roots to mainstream alt-rock prominence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Closer to the Stars 2:53
- 2 Can’t Go Back 3:06
- 3 Jukebox Hero Standout 4:03
- 4 Stranger 3:44
- 5 Another World, Another Day 1:59
- 6 Draggin’ Me Down 2:08
- 7 Tied to the Tracks 2:42
- 8 Miracle Mile 2:18
- 9 Move Over 2:26
- 10 Never Really Been 2:52
- 11 No Man’s Land 2:57
- 12 Freaks 3:27
- 13 Carry On 2:22
- 14 Long Way Home 2:28
- 15 Crashing Down 2:16
- 16 Ship of Fools 2:49
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