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Released 20 years ago

Stop the Clocks

Oasis · 2006

142 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock

A nostalgic collection of anthemic rock tunes that encapsulate a decade of British music culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic sing-along anthems
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • for road trips
  • cathartic release in choruses

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • dislike extended listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 20, 2006, 'Stop the Clocks' arrived during Oasis's later career phase, following their sixth studio album, 'Don’t Believe the Truth' (2005). This compilation features key tracks from their extensive catalog and serves as a reflection on their impact in the Britpop era. At this point, Oasis was transitioning into a legacy act, curating their history while maintaining relevance in a changing musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· Pulp· The Verve

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Rock ’n’ Roll Star 5:20
  • 2 Some Might Say 5:10
  • 3 Talk Tonight 4:19
  • 4 Lyla 5:11
  • 5 The Importance of Being Idle 3:41
  • 6 Wonderwall 4:18
  • 7 Slide Away 6:14
  • 8 Cigarettes & Alcohol 4:48
  • 9 The Masterplan 5:20

Disc 2

  • 1 Live Forever 4:36
  • 2 Acquiesce 4:23
  • 3 Supersonic 4:35
  • 4 Half the World Away 4:15
  • 5 Go Let It Out 4:41
  • 6 Songbird 2:05
  • 7 Morning Glory 5:01
  • 8 Champagne Supernova 7:29
  • 9 Don’t Look Back in Anger 4:53

Disc 3

  • 1 Lock the Box (interview) 39:09
  • 2 Fade Away (live at Chicago Metro ’94) 3:58
  • 3 Champagne Supernova (live at Knebworth ’96) 8:07
  • 4 Lord Don’t Slow Me Down (film trailer) 4:30

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