What makes The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits by The Black Sorrows notable?

This greatest hits collection achieved significant commercial success, reaching high positions on Australian music charts and introducing the band's music to a broader audience. The album's release also coincided with a resurgence of interest in blues-rock during the early '90s, influencing emerging artists and contributing to the genre's revival in Australia. Released in 1993, The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits captures The Black Sorrows at a pivotal point in their career following a series of successful albums. This compilation features tracks from their earlier work and highlights their evolution in the Australian music scene, solidifying their reputation as a prominent blues band.

Who is The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits for?

The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits works well if you're into vibrant sing-along moments, nostalgic reflective listening and steady melodic journeys.

How many songs are on The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits?

The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits has 16 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Released 33 years ago this November

The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits

The Black Sorrows · 1993

68 min · 16 tracks · blues

A vibrant blend of blues, rock, and soulful melodies that showcases the band's dynamic range and storytelling prowess.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Chained to the Wheel — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and lyrical depth, addressing themes of love and longing with memorable hooks that resonate throughout the album.
→
Harley and Rose — The song showcases the band’s storytelling ability, painting a vivid picture of romance intertwined with the imagery of freedom and adventure.
→
Come On, Come On — An energetic anthem that encapsulates the spirit of The Black Sorrows, blending infectious rhythms with an uplifting message that invites listener participation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

vibrant sing-along moments
nostalgic reflective listening
steady melodic journeys
uplifting feel-good vibes
varied emotional landscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1993, The Chosen Ones – Greatest Hits captures The Black Sorrows at a pivotal point in their career following a series of successful albums. This compilation features tracks from their earlier work and highlights their evolution in the Australian music scene, solidifying their reputation as a prominent blues band.
Stylistic neighbors: The Teskey Brothers· Joe Cocker· Keb' Mo'

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Hold on to Me

The moment shifts from a hopeful plea to a raw expression of vulnerability, emphasizing the need for connection amidst uncertainty.

This transition underscores the emotional stakes within the song, revealing a deeper layer of intimacy that contrasts with its otherwise upbeat arrangement.

Tracklist

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

1 The Chosen Ones 4:08
2 Come On, Come On 4:35
3 Brown Eyed Girl 3:31
4 Hold on to Me 3:53
5 Never Let Me Go 4:05
6 Ain't Love the Strangest Thing 5:50
7 The Crack Up 3:25
8 Chained to the Wheel 3:59
9 Daughters of Glory 4:09
10 Hold It Up to the Mirror 5:45
11 Better Times 4:56
12 Harley and Rose 3:55
13 Baby It's a Crime 3:58
14 Stir It Up 3:36
15 Mystified 4:33
16 Sons of the Sea 3:52

What to play next

Listen next

Lucky Charm

1994

Go back to

Better Times

1992

Full The Black Sorrows discography Artists like The Black Sorrows

blues

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata