Collected: 1996-2005 cover

Released 17 years ago this June

Collected: 1996-2005

The Wallflowers · 2009

70 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · roots rock

A reflective blend of roots rock and alternative melodies infused with emotional storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • reflective storytelling moments
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Collected: 1996-2005' serves as a retrospective compilation for The Wallflowers, encapsulating their journey from their self-titled debut in 1992 through the height of their popularity in the late '90s. This album came after their commercial peak with 'Bringing Down the Horse,' which solidified their place in rock music.
Stylistic neighbors
Counting Crows· Gin Blossoms· Matchbox Twenty
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 One Headlight 5:17
  • 2 6th Avenue Heartache 5:41
  • 3 Three Marlenas 5:01
  • 4 The Difference 3:51
  • 5 Invisible City 4:50
  • 6 Letters From the Wasteland 4:33
  • 7 Hand Me Down 3:40
  • 8 Sleepwalker 3:32
  • 9 I’ve Been Delivered 5:02
  • 10 When You’re on Top 3:58
  • 11 How Good It Can Get 4:14
  • 12 Closer to You 3:19
  • 13 The Beautiful Side of Somewhere 4:03
  • 14 God Says Nothing Back 4:48
  • 15 Eat You Sleeping 4:16
  • 16 God Says Nothing Back (demo) 4:32

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