The Best of Kirsty MacColl
Kirsty MacColl · 2005
78 min · 21 tracks · new wave
Kirsty MacColl's vibrant pop melodies intertwine with poignant storytelling, blending new wave energy with lyrical wit.
Why this album works
'The Best of Kirsty MacColl' received critical acclaim for its curation of hits, including 'Fairytale of New York,' which is often highlighted in holiday playlists. The album not only celebrates her contributions to music but also reinvigorated interest in her work, demonstrating her lasting impact on artists and fans alike. It has been recognized for its role in preserving MacColl’s artistic legacy.
- Best for
- playful storytelling with sharp wit dynamic collection for varied moods nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'The Best of Kirsty MacColl' showcases the breadth of MacColl's career following her tragic passing in 2000. This compilation serves as a retrospective that highlights her influence on the pop and new wave scenes, especially given her earlier hits in the late 1980s and 1990s. At this point, MacColl was celebrated for her unique voice and sharp lyrics, cementing her legacy posthumously.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Roxy Music· A Flock of Seagulls
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 They Don't Know Standout 3:01
- 2 There's a Guy Works Down the Chip Shop Swears He's Elvis 3:07
- 3 Terry 3:50
- 4 A New England Standout 3:46
- 5 He's on the Beach 3:29
- 6 Don't Come the Cowboy With Me, Sonny Jim! 3:46
- 7 Fairytale of New York Standout 4:29
- 8 Free World 2:37
- 9 Innocence 4:01
- 10 Days 2:59
- 11 Still Life 2:57
- 12 Miss Otis Regrets 2:51
- 13 Walking Down Madison 4:37
- 14 My Affair 5:24
- 15 Soho Square 4:23
- 16 Titanic Days 3:39
- 17 As Long as You Hold Me 4:35
- 18 Perfect Day 3:48
- 19 In These Shoes? 3:37
- 20 England 2 Columbia 0 3:46
- 21 Sun on the Water 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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