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Keep the Circle: B-Sides and Udder Stuff

Inspiral Carpets · 2007

127 min · 28 tracks · alternative rock

A sonic scrapbook revealing the eclectic and experimental spirit of the Inspiral Carpets through B-sides and rare tracks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied peaks
  • eclectic mix for curious listeners
  • patient exploration of hidden gems
  • two-halves listening experience
  • wave-like pacing for deep engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer single-track instant gratification
  • avoid lengthy, experimental pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Keep the Circle: B-Sides and Udder Stuff' captures Inspiral Carpets during a period of reflection, following their initial breakup in 1995 and subsequent reunion in 2003. This compilation showcases the band's creative output beyond their studio albums, highlighting their enduring influence on the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Charlatans· Happy Mondays· Oasis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Garage Full of Flowers (Debris Flexi version) 3:46
  • 2 Commercial Reign 4:39
  • 3 Directing Traffic 2:37
  • 4 So Far 2:12
  • 5 Planecrash 16:36
  • 6 Out of Time 2:22
  • 7 Move In 5:48
  • 8 Tune for a Family 2:55
  • 9 Seeds of Doubt 1:52
  • 10 Gold Top (Who's Sane mix) 3:37
  • 11 Gold Top 6:29
  • 12 I'll Keep It in Mind 3:18
  • 13 Skidoo 7:00
  • 15 The Wind Is Calling Your Name 4:30
  • 16 St. Kilda (instrumental) 4:08
  • 17 I Know I'm Losing You 6:33
  • 18 Boomerang 5:27
  • 19 Lost in Space Again 5:26
  • 20 It's Only a Paper Moon 5:50
  • 21 I'm Alive 4:58
  • 22 Saturn 5 3:58
  • 23 Well of Seven Heads 4:40
  • 24 Two Cows 1:50
  • 25 Going Down 3:23
  • 26 We Can Do Everything 3:21
  • 27 Inside of You 3:31
  • 28 Cobra (Satanic Wurlie mix) 2:44
  • 29 Uniform (Scripka mix) 3:50

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