Playlist: The Very Best of Soul Asylum
Soul Asylum · 2011
53 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant collection of alternative rock anthems that captures the raw energy and emotional depth of Soul Asylum's career.
Why this album works
This compilation features some of Soul Asylum's most recognizable tracks, including the Grammy-winning 'Runaway Train', which has become emblematic of 90s alternative rock. The album not only highlights the band's commercial peak but also serves to introduce new listeners to their influential sound, solidifying their legacy in the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs cathartic release for nostalgia live energy captured perfectly
- Context
- By 2011, Soul Asylum was reflecting on a significant career arc marked by their breakthrough album 'Grave Dancers Union' in 1992. This compilation serves as a retrospective of their journey, showcasing both popular hits and fan favorites while navigating the band's evolving sound. The release came during a period when the band was re-establishing its presence in the music scene after years of lineup changes and varying commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Really Been (live electric) 3:12
- 2 Cartoon 3:53
- 3 Easy Street 3:36
- 4 Somebody to Shove Standout 3:14
- 5 Runaway Train Standout 4:25
- 6 By the Way 3:44
- 7 Black Gold Standout 3:55
- 8 Sexual Healing 4:41
- 9 Misery 4:26
- 10 Without a Trace (live) 3:18
- 11 Just Like Anyone 2:48
- 12 When I Ran Off and Left Her 3:57
- 13 I Will Still Be Laughing (live) 3:44
- 14 Stand Up and Be Strong 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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