Rarities
Roxette · 1995
53 min · 12 tracks · pop rock · dance-pop · power pop
A collection of polished pop gems and raw demos, showcasing Roxette's catchy hooks and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- catchy hooks that linger
- nostalgic feel-good moments
- mix of polished and raw
- for sing-along sessions
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid collections of demos
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A collection of rarities showcasing versatility but not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- MTV unplugged moments· pop music nostalgia· creative process insights
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Rarities' came at a time when Roxette was riding high after their breakthrough albums 'Look Sharp!' and 'Joyride.' This compilation features a mix of singles, remixes, and previously unreleased tracks, providing an insight into their creative process during a peak phase of commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ace of Base· Alphaville· T'Pau
- If this clicks, go next to
- Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus! — This album features hits that echo the catchy hooks and emotional depth of Rarities.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Happy Nation by Ace of Base — Features polished pop hooks and emotional themes similar to Roxette's catchiness and production quality.Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fears — Combines catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, echoing Roxette's emotional depth and pop sensibility.Greatest Hits Collection by Bananarama — Showcases infectious pop tunes and a danceable vibe, paralleling the upbeat energy found in Roxette's work.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Vulnerable (single version)".
- 1 Vulnerable (single version) Start here 4:28
- 2 Fingertips '93 3:44
- 3 Dressed for Success (Look Sharp! US mix) 4:53
- 4 Joyride (MTV unplugged version) 5:36
- 5 The Look (MTV unplugged version) 5:13
- 6 Dangerous (MTV unplugged version) 3:13
- 7 The Sweet Hello, the Sad Goodbye 4:49
- 8 The Voice 4:28
- 9 Almost Unreal (demo February '93) 3:27
- 10 Fireworks (Jesus Jones remix) 4:12
- 11 Spending My Time (Electric dance remix) 5:27
- 12 One Is Such a Lonely Number (demo September '87) 3:33
What to play next
This album is considered a Deep Cut in Roxette's catalog. A collection of rarities showcasing versatility but not a primary entry point.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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