Shine Like It Does: The Anthology
INXS · 2001
156 min · 42 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and new wave that captures the essence of 80s Australian music culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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Simple Simon Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Need You Tonight — This track represents the pinnacle of INXS's commercial success, blending seductive lyrics with an unforgettable hook that defined a generation.
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Devil Inside — Its dark, driving rhythm and provocative lyrics encapsulate the band's ability to fuse rock with dance elements, marking a turning point in their sound.
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Never Tear Us Apart — A powerful ballad featuring lush instrumentation, this song showcases the band's emotional depth and Chris Murphy's evocative vocals at their best.
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New Sensation — This upbeat track captures the energetic spirit of the band during their most commercially successful era, embodying the excitement of youth and liberation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with rhythmic peaks
- vibrant energy for party vibes
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- for afternoon road trips
- playful irreverence with catchy hooks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, soundscapes
- seek standalone single experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — An anthology providing a comprehensive overview, appealing to dedicated fans of the band.
- Themes
- Sydney pub rock origins· late '80s hedonism· Michael Hutchence legacy
- Career context
- Released in 2001, 'Shine Like It Does: The Anthology' arrived after INXS's peak success with their 1987 album 'Kick', which solidified their international fame. This anthology serves as a retrospective collection, showcasing the band's journey from their early days in the late 1970s through to their later work in the 1990s, highlighting their evolution as artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· The B-52's· Midnight Oil
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Simple Simon Start here 2:34
- 2 We Are the Vegetables 1:53
- 3 Just Keep Walking 2:44
- 4 The Loved One 3:16
- 5 Stay Young 3:27
- 6 The One Thing 3:25
- 7 Don’t Change 4:28
- 8 To Look at You (single edit) 3:43
- 9 Here Comes II 3:52
- 10 Black and White (extended version) 4:57
- 11 Original Sin 5:22
- 12 I Send a Message 3:25
- 13 Burn for You (single remix) 3:40
- 14 Dancing on the Jetty 4:35
- 15 This Time 3:09
- 16 What You Need 3:36
- 17 Kiss the Dirt (Falling Down the Mountain) 3:56
- 18 Listen Like Thieves 3:47
- 19 Shine Like It Does 3:08
- 20 Different World (7″ mix) 4:19
- 21 Good Times 3:53
Disc 2
- 1 Need You Tonight (single edit) 3:05
- 2 Devil Inside (Austrailian single edit) 3:57
- 3 New Sensation 3:40
- 4 Never Tear Us Apart 3:05
- 5 Mystify 3:17
- 6 Kick 3:15
- 7 Suicide Blonde (7″ mix) 3:52
- 8 Disappear 4:09
- 9 Bitter Tears 3:53
- 10 The Stairs (live) 5:04
- 11 Heaven Sent 3:21
- 12 Not Enough Time (Barcelona LP fade) 4:20
- 13 Taste It 3:25
- 14 Beautiful Girl (Mendelsohn mix) 3:11
- 15 The Gift 4:05
- 16 Please (You Got That…) 3:03
- 17 The Strangest Party (These Are the Times) 3:55
- 18 Elegantly Wasted (radio edit) 3:54
- 19 Let It Ride 3:44
- 20 Don’t Lose Your Head 4:03
- 21 Searching (Leadstation radio edit) 4:18
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Cosmic Thing
The B-52's
Shares a vibrant mix of new wave and dance-rock with playful energy and catchy rhythms.
Rio
Duran Duran
Captures a similar blend of funk-infused rock and new wave aesthetics, rich in hooks and polished production.
Diesel and Dust
Midnight Oil
Combines rock with socio-political themes, reflecting Australia’s cultural landscape like INXS's narrative style.
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