The Best of The Smithereens
38 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Melodic hooks and heartfelt lyrics intertwine in a nostalgic celebration of alternative rock's vibrant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- nostalgic reflections on love
- heartfelt storytelling with hooks
- for afternoon drives
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'The Best of The Smithereens' came during a period of reflection for the band, following their commercial peak in the late '80s and early '90s. This compilation encapsulates their defining sound and hits from previous albums, marking a significant moment as they transitioned into an era focused on legacy rather than new material.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soul Asylum· Big Star· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strangers When We Meet 3:47
- 2 Only a Memory 3:44
- 3 A Girl Like You 4:42
- 4 Behind the Wall of Sleep 3:23
- 5 Blood and Roses 3:37
- 6 Yesterday Girl 3:28
- 7 In a Lonely Place 4:12
- 8 Too Much Passion 4:31
- 9 Drown in My Own Tears 3:11
- 10 House We Used to Live In 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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