The Collection
Black Sabbath · 1992
75 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A thunderous compilation of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a genre's evolution.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing with varied intensity heavy riffs for cathartic release
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'The Collection' came during a period when Black Sabbath was transitioning through various lineups and styles. It served as a retrospective encapsulation of their early work, highlighting the band's influence in shaping heavy metal, particularly after the departure of Ozzy Osbourne and subsequent shifts in their sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
The Collection is an album by Black Sabbath, released in 1992. A thunderous compilation of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a genre's evolution. This album is significant as it brought together some of Black Sabbath's most iconic tracks, influencing countless heavy metal bands that followed. The compilation reflects the band's enduring legacy, showcasing their versatility across different eras, while receiving notable critical recognition for its cohesive representation of their foundational work. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Collection sound like?
A thunderous compilation of heavy riffs and haunting melodies that defined a genre's evolution. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes The Collection by Black Sabbath notable?
This album is significant as it brought together some of Black Sabbath's most iconic tracks, influencing countless heavy metal bands that followed. The compilation reflects the band's enduring legacy, showcasing their versatility across different eras, while receiving notable critical recognition for its cohesive representation of their foundational work. Released in 1992, 'The Collection' came during a period when Black Sabbath was transitioning through various lineups and styles. It served as a retrospective encapsulation of their early work, highlighting the band's influence in shaping heavy metal, particularly after the departure of Ozzy Osbourne and subsequent shifts in their sound.
Who is The Collection for?
The Collection works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing with varied intensity and heavy riffs for cathartic release.
How many songs are on The Collection?
The Collection has 15 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paranoid Standout 2:51
- 2 Tomorrow’s Dream 3:11
- 3 Back Street Kids 3:50
- 4 Symptom of the Universe Standout 6:32
- 5 Never Say Die 3:50
- 6 Junior’s Eyes 6:45
- 7 Dirty Women 7:11
- 8 Am I Going Insane (Radio) 4:19
- 9 Supernaut 4:46
- 10 The Wizard 4:25
- 11 A National Acrobat 6:14
- 12 Electric Funeral Standout 4:52
- 13 Into the Void 6:14
- 14 Spiral Architect 5:34
- 15 Wicked World 4:45
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
75 min 26 sec
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