The Absolute Collection
Garbage · 2012
77 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of alternative rock and electronic elements with introspective lyrics and anthemic choruses.
Why this album works
The album compiles some of Garbage's most recognizable tracks, contributing to a resurgence in interest during the early 2010s. It highlights the band's critical acclaim, underscored by multiple Grammy nominations and chart success, including several songs that reached the Billboard Hot 100 throughout their active years.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo anthemic flow introspective lyrics for reflection sing-along choruses with friends
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'The Absolute Collection' is a compilation album that showcases Garbage's evolution since their debut in 1995. By this time, the band was re-establishing its presence following a hiatus after the release of 'Bleed Like Me' in 2005. This collection features hits spanning their career, affirming their influence in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth· Lana Del Rey
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cherry Lips (Go Baby Go) 3:13
- 2 Stupid Girl Standout 4:19
- 3 Androgyny 3:10
- 4 I Think I’m Paranoid 3:38
- 5 Vow 4:32
- 6 Bleed Like Me 4:00
- 7 Supervixen 3:57
- 8 Blood for Poppies 3:40
- 9 When I Grow Up 3:23
- 10 Why Do You Love Me 3:53
- 11 Big Bright World 3:36
- 12 Special 3:47
- 13 Only Happy When It Rains Standout 3:47
- 14 Shut Your Mouth 3:26
- 15 Queer 4:37
- 16 Tell Me Where It Hurts 4:10
- 17 Breaking Up the Girl 3:34
- 18 Milk 3:50
- 19 Push It Standout 4:02
- 20 #1 Crush 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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