Singles Collection
The Coral · 2008
100 min · 33 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant compilation of catchy melodies and jangly guitars that encapsulates the essence of early 2000s British indie rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dreaming of You — This track showcases The Coral's signature blend of melodic hooks and whimsical lyrics, capturing the spirit of youthful longing that characterized their early sound.
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In the Morning — With its infectious chorus and upbeat instrumentation, this song became one of their most recognized tracks, embodying the band's ability to craft radio-friendly anthems.
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Pass It On — This track features tight harmonies and an engaging rhythm, serving as a quintessential example of The Coral's knack for creating songs that resonate with both energy and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of catchy melodies
- playful energy for group listening
- nostalgic vibes for afternoon hangs
- varied moods in compact tracks
- live performances capturing spontaneity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want deep lyrical introspection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A collection of singles that showcases the band's breadth but isn't a primary entry point.
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Singles Collection' marked a reflective pause for The Coral, showcasing their evolution from their debut in 2002. At this point, they had established themselves as key figures in the indie rock scene, following significant albums like 'The Invisible Invasion' (2005) and 'Roots & Echoes' (2007). This collection served as both a celebration of their earlier work and a bridge to future projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Verve· The Beta Band· The La's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Dreaming of You 2:21
- 2 In the Morning 2:33
- 3 Pass It On 2:19
- 4 Don’t Think You’re the First 4:04
- 5 Jacqueline 3:29
- 6 Secret Kiss 2:57
- 7 Goodbye 4:03
- 8 Shadows Fall (original) 3:14
- 9 Liezah 3:33
- 10 Who’s Gonna Fine Me 3:27
- 11 Bill McCai 2:39
- 12 Put the Sun Back 3:02
- 13 Something Inside of Me 2:26
- 14 Being Somebody Else 2:39
Disc 2
- 1 When All the Birds Have Flown 4:22
- 2 The Golden Bough 2:37
- 3 Michael’s Song 2:51
- 4 Cry of the City 3:21
- 5 Everybody’s Talking at Me 2:43
- 6 Far From the Crowd (live) 3:33
- 7 Shes Got a Reason (live) 4:30
- 8 Return Her to Me 2:37
- 9 Monkey to the Moon 2:45
- 10 It Was Nothing 2:54
- 11 Cobwebs 3:20
- 12 Simon Diamond 2:30
- 13 Shadows Fall (instrumental) 2:57
- 14 Calendars and Clocks (demo) 3:45
- 15 Seagulls 1:47
- 16 Dreaming of You (demo) 1:52
- 17 It’s in Your Hands 3:50
- 18 Reward (live) 2:58
- 19 Bye Bye Love (live) 1:59
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