Essential
Pet Shop Boys · 1998
73 min · 13 tracks · house · new wave · synth-pop
A vibrant collection showcasing the Pet Shop Boys' distinctive blend of synth-pop and dance rhythms.
Why this album works
'Essential' is significant as it encapsulates the band's most popular hits, contributing to their continued relevance in the pop music scene. The album reached notable chart positions, reinforcing their status with critical acclaim for both its nostalgia and innovative mixes.
- Best for
- dance floor anthems for celebration nostalgic vibes with uplifting energy dynamic peaks and valleys
- Context
- Released on March 31, 1998, 'Essential' comes during a period of reflection for the Pet Shop Boys, following their commercial peak in the early '90s. This compilation highlights their influential tracks while consolidating their legacy within the evolving electronic music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· Soft Cell· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Domino Dancing (alternative version) 4:42
- 2 West End Girls (dance mix) Standout 6:29
- 3 Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money) (original 7" version) Standout 3:47
- 4 Paninaro (7" version) 4:39
- 5 That's My Impression (7" version) 4:48
- 6 We All Feel Better in the Dark (extended mix) 6:47
- 7 It Couldn't Happen Here (LP version) 5:19
- 8 It's Alright (7" version) 4:20
- 9 Left to My Own Devices (7" version) 4:46
- 10 In the Night (remix) 6:28
- 11 Two Divided by Zero (LP version) 3:35
- 12 Love Comes Quickly (dance mix) 6:48
- 13 Being Boring (extended version) Standout 10:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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