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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Ellie Goulding· Gorillaz· Radiohead· giorge mijael· Kim Wilde· Pet Shop Boys· Blur
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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