Galore – The Best Of Kirsty MacColl
Kirsty MacColl · 1995
67 min · 18 tracks · new wave
A vibrant collection of witty pop anthems and poignant ballads, showcasing MacColl's unique storytelling prowess.
Why this album works
This anthology is significant for its critical reception and the enduring popularity of tracks like 'Fairytale of New York,' which remains a holiday classic. The album not only solidified MacColl's legacy but also showcased her influence on subsequent generations of female artists in pop and alternative music.
- Best for
- witty storytelling with charm dynamic mix of tempos for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Galore – The Best Of Kirsty MacColl' serves as a retrospective of MacColl's career, capturing her evolution from the new wave scene to a celebrated solo artist. This compilation came after her acclaimed albums like 'Kite' (1989) and 'Electric Landlady' (1991), highlighting her distinctive voice amidst the changing musical landscape of the 90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Roxy Music· A Flock of Seagulls
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 They Don’t Know Standout 3:02
- 2 A New England Standout 3:49
- 3 There’s a Guy Works Down the Chip Shop Swears He’s Elvis 3:07
- 4 He’s on the Beach 3:31
- 5 Fairytale of New York Standout 4:32
- 6 Miss Otis Regrets 2:49
- 7 Free World 2:36
- 8 Innocence 4:00
- 9 You Just Haven’t Earned It Yet Baby 2:48
- 10 Days 3:00
- 11 Don’t Come the Cowboy With Me Sonny Jim 3:46
- 12 Walking Down Madison 4:37
- 13 My Affair 5:24
- 14 Angel 3:51
- 15 Titanic Days 5:43
- 16 Can’t Stop Killing You 4:10
- 17 Caroline 2:56
- 18 Perfect Day 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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