Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites
Talking Heads · 1992
140 min · 33 tracks · new wave · post-punk
A vibrant collage of new wave energy and eclectic rhythms that encapsulates Talking Heads' innovative spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with surprises dynamic collection of favorites for nostalgic sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites' came at a time when Talking Heads had already established themselves as pioneers of the post-punk scene. This compilation followed their breakup in 1991 and served to highlight their extensive catalog while introducing new audiences to their most popular tracks. It marks a retrospective moment, showcasing their evolution from avant-garde icons to mainstream success.
- If you like
- new wave, post-punk
Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites is an album by Talking Heads, released in 1992. A vibrant collage of new wave energy and eclectic rhythms that encapsulates Talking Heads' innovative spirit. This album is significant as it features a collection of the band's most recognizable tracks, helping to cement their influence on alternative rock and new wave. It received positive critical acclaim, with notable reviews highlighting its cohesive presentation of the band's work over their career, further solidifying their legacy within the music industry. The album reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200 chart. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites sound like?
A vibrant collage of new wave energy and eclectic rhythms that encapsulates Talking Heads' innovative spirit. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites by Talking Heads notable?
This album is significant as it features a collection of the band's most recognizable tracks, helping to cement their influence on alternative rock and new wave. It received positive critical acclaim, with notable reviews highlighting its cohesive presentation of the band's work over their career, further solidifying their legacy within the music industry. The album reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200 chart. Released in 1992, 'Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites' came at a time when Talking Heads had already established themselves as pioneers of the post-punk scene. This compilation followed their breakup in 1991 and served to highlight their extensive catalog while introducing new audiences to their most popular tracks. It marks a retrospective moment, showcasing their evolution from avant-garde icons to mainstream success.
Who is Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites for?
Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites works well if you're into wave-like pacing with surprises, dynamic collection of favorites and for nostalgic sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites?
Sand in the Vaseline: Popular Favorites has 33 tracks, running approximately 140 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Sugar on My Tongue 2:36
- 2 I Want to Live 3:23
- 3 Love → Building on Fire 2:57
- 4 I Wish You Wouldn’t Say That 2:36
- 5 Psycho Killer Standout 4:20
- 6 Don’t Worry About the Government 3:00
- 7 No Compassion 4:50
- 8 Warning Sign 3:54
- 9 The Big Country 5:30
- 10 Take Me to the River 5:02
- 11 Heaven 4:02
- 12 Memories Can’t Wait 3:31
- 13 I Zimbra 3:07
- 14 Once in a Lifetime Standout 4:19
- 15 Crosseyed and Painless 4:45
- 16 Burning Down the House Standout 4:01
- 17 Swamp 5:13
- 18 This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody) 4:56
Disc 2
- 1 Life During Wartime (live) 5:04
- 2 Girlfriend Is Better (live) 3:36
- 3 And She Was 3:39
- 4 Stay Up Late 3:53
- 5 Road to Nowhere 4:20
- 6 Wild Wild Life 3:40
- 7 Love for Sale 4:32
- 8 City of Dreams 5:08
- 9 Mr. Jones 4:20
- 10 Blind 5:00
- 11 (Nothing but) Flowers 5:34
- 12 Sax and Violins 5:18
- 13 Gangster of Love 4:29
- 14 Lifetime Piling Up 3:53
- 15 Popsicle 5:19
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