Greatest Hits
Mott the Hoople · 1976
38 min · 10 tracks · glam rock
A vibrant collection of glam rock anthems that celebrate youth, rebellion, and the spirit of the 70s.
Why this album works
'Greatest Hits' holds significance not only for encapsulating Mott the Hoople's enduring appeal but also because it includes 'All the Young Dudes,' which became an anthem for glam rock and was famously penned by David Bowie. The album's release helped solidify their legacy, charting well in the UK and introducing their music to new audiences.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs celebration of youthful rebellion party-ready anthems for gatherings
- Context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in March 1976, Mott the Hoople had already established themselves as a key player in the glam rock scene with their breakthrough hit 'All the Young Dudes' in 1972. This compilation came after several years of fluctuating commercial success and lineup changes, serving as a retrospective of their most impactful tracks during a pivotal moment in their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Holograf· Freddie Mercury
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All the Way from Memphis 3:24
- 2 Honaloochie Boogie Standout 2:40
- 3 Hymn for the Dudes 5:22
- 4 Born Late 58 3:58
- 5 All the Young Dudes Standout 3:30
- 6 Roll Away the Stone Standout 3:09
- 7 Ballad of Mott (March 26, 1972, Zurich) 5:21
- 8 The Golden Age of Rock ’n’ Roll 3:25
- 9 Foxy Foxy 3:29
- 10 Saturday Gigs 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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