Odds & Sods – Mis-takes & Out-takes
Manfred Mann's Earth Band · 2005
260 min · 54 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of progressive rock flourishes, blending unreleased gems with reimagined classics that showcase the band's eclectic style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Redemption Song (live) — This live rendition captures the emotional weight of the original while showcasing the band's ability to reinterpret a classic in a fresh context.
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Blinded by the Light — As one of their most recognizable hits, this track exemplifies their signature sound and lyrical storytelling, making it a cornerstone of their legacy.
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Holly Holy — This track highlights the band's skillful blend of rock and soul influences, emphasizing their versatility and musical depth across genres.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- exploratory listening for deep cuts
- extended sessions of eclectic variety
- previously unreleased gems surprise seekers
- rich soundscapes for focused attention
- nostalgic reflections on classic tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, standalone tracks
- seek immediate gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Odds & Sods – Mis-takes & Out-takes serves as a retrospective compilation reflecting Manfred Mann's Earth Band's long-standing influence in the progressive rock genre. This album arrives after a period of relative quiet for the band, following their previous studio album, '2006,' indicating a shift towards revisiting and celebrating their extensive catalog.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Happy Being Me 4:07
- 2 Travelling Lady 5:51
- 3 Messin’ Up the Land 8:43
- 4 Fish 5:24
- 5 Turn You Away From My Door 3:29
- 6 Ashes to the Wind (previously unreleased version) 4:35
- 7 Ned Kelly 2:54
- 8 Please Mrs Henry (previously unreleased version) 3:52
- 9 Jump Sturdy (previously unreleased version) 6:57
- 10 Holly Holy 3:54
- 11 Tribute 5:40
- 12 Ain’t No Crime 3:28
- 13 In the Beginning 5:22
- 14 Joybringer 3:26
- 15 Be Not Too Hard 4:11
Disc 2
- 1 Blinded by the Light 3:49
- 2 Spirits in the Night 3:15
- 3 Living Without You 3:34
- 4 Pretty Good 4:04
- 5 California Coastline 2:47
- 6 Hollywood Town 5:07
- 7 Chicago Institute 5:49
- 8 Quit Your Low Down Ways 3:26
- 9 California 3:46
- 10 Runner 4:38
- 11 Summer in the City 4:39
- 12 Rebel 4:09
- 13 Salmon Fishing 4:04
Disc 3
- 1 Redemption Song (live) 3:23
- 2 Singing the Dolphin Through 8:16
- 3 For You (single version) 3:51
- 4 I (Who Have Nothing) 4:14
- 5 Redemption Song 4:10
- 6 Africa Suite 8:35
- 7 War Dream 3:08
- 8 Heart on the Street 4:51
- 9 Telegram to Monica 5:35
- 10 All Through the Night 3:52
- 11 Better Place 5:14
- 12 Demolition Man (live) 4:12
- 13 Martha’s Madman (live) 10:07
Disc 4
- 1 Instrumedicine Song 4:02
- 2 Geronimo’s Cadillac (previously unreleased version) 3:49
- 3 Tumbling Ball (previously unreleased version) 3:55
- 4 Lead Me to Water 4:26
- 5 To the Limit 4:18
- 6 Don’t Let Me Down 4:09
- 7 Nature of the Beast (previously unreleased version) 4:37
- 8 Pleasure and Pain (previously unreleased version) (live) 7:27
- 9 Dirty City (live) 5:25
- 10 Don’t Bring Me Down (Castles Burning) (live) 7:25
- 11 SOS (live) 3:51
- 12 Davy’s on the Road Again (live) 6:41
- 13 Hillbrow 5:31
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