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The Best of Keane

Keane · 2013

79 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · piano rock

Ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics create an uplifting yet melancholic soundscape that defines Keane's essence.

Why this album works

'The Best of Keane' serves as a retrospective of the band's most impactful tracks, encapsulating hits that reached high positions on charts worldwide. The album was well-received, reaffirming Keane's influence in the piano rock genre and introducing their music to new audiences.
Best for
steady melodic journey throughout uplifting yet melancholic vibes ideal for reflective moments
Context
By the release of 'The Best of Keane' in 2013, the band had established itself as a significant player in the alternative rock scene, following their commercial peak with albums like 'Hopes and Fears' (2004) and 'Under the Iron Sea' (2006). This compilation came after a hiatus during which they experimented with different sounds and member dynamics, showcasing their evolution while celebrating their past successes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Everybody's Changing Standout 3:34
  • 2 Somewhere Only We Know Standout 3:55
  • 3 Bend and Break 3:38
  • 4 Bedshaped 4:34
  • 5 This Is the Last Time 3:26
  • 6 Atlantic 4:09
  • 7 Is It Any Wonder Standout 3:05
  • 8 Nothing in My Way 3:59
  • 9 Hamburg Song 4:36
  • 10 Crystal Ball 3:52
  • 11 A Bad Dream 5:02
  • 12 Try Again 4:26
  • 13 Spiralling 3:23
  • 14 Perfect Symmetry 5:10
  • 15 My Shadow 4:48
  • 16 Silenced by the Night 3:15
  • 17 Disconnected 3:55
  • 18 Sovereign Light Cafe 3:26
  • 19 Higher Than the Sun 3:20
  • 20 Won't Be Broken 3:42

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