Released 20 years ago
Singles '96–'06
Hooverphonic · 2006
140 min · 57 tracks · art rock
Ethereal melodies blend with lush instrumentation to create a hauntingly beautiful soundscape that defines the essence of dream pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Inhaler Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Mad About You — This track exemplifies Hooverphonic’s signature blend of lush orchestration and melancholic vocals, making it one of their most recognizable songs.
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2wicky — With its hypnotic rhythm and haunting vocals, this song captures the essence of trip hop while showcasing the band's ability to create atmospheric soundscapes.
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Jackie Cane — A standout track that combines cinematic storytelling with a rich musical arrangement, reflecting the band's artistry and depth.
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Eden — This track merges ethereal vocals with an immersive melody, representing the dream pop aesthetic that became synonymous with Hooverphonic's sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- moody late-night relaxation
- dynamic collection for exploration
- ethereal vocals for introspection
- wave-like pacing for drifting
- background ambiance for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — This compilation introduces new listeners to Hooverphonic's defining hits and sound.
- Themes
- dreamy soundscapes· cinematic storytelling
- Career context
- By the time 'Singles '96–'06' was released in January 2006, Hooverphonic had established themselves as a prominent name in the chill-out and trip hop genres, following their breakthrough album 'Blue Wonder Power Milk' in 1998. This compilation showcases their evolution and highlights their most successful tracks from a decade of music-making.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Portishead· Massive Attack· Air
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Inhaler Start here 5:11
- 2 Wardrope 4:31
- 3 2wicky 4:43
- 4 Barabas 3:49
- 5 Club Montepulciano 3:41
- 6 Eden 3:32
- 7 This Strange Effect 3:54
- 8 Jackie Cane 4:18
- 9 Mad About You 3:44
- 10 Out of Sight 3:49
- 11 Vinegar & Salt 3:18
- 12 Sometimes 3:57
- 13 The World Is Mine 3:52
- 14 One 3:20
- 15 The Last Thing I Need Is You 3:15
- 16 Wake Up 3:28
- 17 You Hurt Me 4:22
- 18 We All Float 3:22
- 19 Dirty Lenses 4:14
- 20 Lung (Happy Go) 3:20
Disc 2
- 1 Inhaler Start here 3:47
- 2 2 Wicky 3:18
- 3 Club Montepulciano 3:34
- 4 Eden 3:38
- 5 This Strange Effect 3:46
- 6 Jackie Cane 3:53
- 7 Mad About You / V1 3:53
- 8 Mad About You / V2 3:42
- 9 Out of Sight 3:59
- 10 Vinegar & Salt 3:31
- 11 Sometimes 3:54
- 12 The World Is Mine 3:32
- 13 One 3:21
- 14 The Last Thing I Need Is You 3:19
- 15 Wake Up 3:30
- 16 You Hurt Me 4:12
- 17 Dirty Lenses 4:08
- 18 You Love Me to Death / Sarangi
- 19 We All Float
- 20 Music Box
- 21 No More Sweet Music
- 22 Wake Up
- 23 Eden
- 24 2 Wicky
- 25 My Child
- 26 Jackie Cane
- 27 The World Is Mine
- 28 Dirty Lenses
- 29 Vinegar & Salt
- 30 Mad About You
- 31 You Hurt Me
- 32 Magenta
- 33 Tomorrow
- 34 Battersea
- 35 The Last Thing I Need Is You
- 36 Sometimes
- 37 Ginger
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Moon Safari
Air
Shares ethereal melodies and lush instrumentation that create a dreamy, cinematic atmosphere.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
M83
Combines expansive soundscapes with a dreamlike quality, for late-night listening.
Simple Things
Zero 7
Features soothing vocals and chill-out vibes, aligning with the atmospheric storytelling of Hooverphonic.
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