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Hits

Billy Talent · 2014

49 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · punk · post-hardcore

Billy Talent's 'Hits' pulses with anthemic energy, blending punk rock ferocity with melodic sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for active listening
  • anthems for sing-alongs
  • high-energy tracks for motivation
  • cathartic release through anthemic choruses
  • engaging tracks for group enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • dislike energetic, upbeat sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 4, 2014, 'Hits' is Billy Talent's first compilation album, following their critically acclaimed studio efforts. At this point in their career, they had established a robust fanbase and were known for their energetic live performances and socially conscious lyrics. This album encapsulates the band’s evolution over a decade while introducing newer fans to their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Alexisonfire· Rise Against· AFI

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Try Honesty 4:15
  • 2 River Below 2:59
  • 3 Nothing to Lose 3:38
  • 4 Devil in a Midnight Mass 2:51
  • 5 Red Flag 3:16
  • 6 Fallen Leaves 3:19
  • 7 Surrender 4:06
  • 8 Devil on My Shoulder 3:51
  • 9 Rusted From the Rain 4:13
  • 10 Viking Death March 4:03
  • 11 Surprise Surprise 3:08
  • 12 Stand Up and Run 3:20
  • 13 Kingdom of Zod 3:32
  • 14 Chasing the Sun 2:42

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