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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • witty storytelling with charm
  • dynamic mix of tempos
  • for sing-alongs
  • nostalgic reflections on life
  • vibrant anthems for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid emotional depth and nuance

Where this album fits

Career 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
Squeeze· The B-52's· Elvis Costello

Tracklist

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

  • 1 They Don’t Know 3:02
  • 2 A New England 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 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

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