Released 9 years ago this October
The Complete Anthology
Mondo Rock · 2017
128 min · 30 tracks · progressive rock
An expansive collection of vibrant rock anthems infused with catchy melodies and reflective lyrics, capturing the essence of Mondo Rock's sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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State of the Heart — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics, becoming an anthem of emotional resonance during its original release.
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Come Said the Boy — A standout single that showcases Mondo Rock's ability to weave storytelling into engaging rock melodies, it remains one of their most recognized tracks.
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A Touch of Paradise — With its lush arrangement and catchy chorus, this song demonstrates Mondo Rock’s knack for creating songs that balance pop sensibilities with rock energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for nostalgic afternoon drives
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- playful energy for casual gatherings
- explorative listening across diverse tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- dislike varied pacing and moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, The Complete Anthology marks a retrospective compilation for Mondo Rock, showcasing their influential work from the early 1980s to the late 1990s. This album comes after a long hiatus since their last studio release, highlighting their enduring legacy in Australian rock music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Icehouse· Crowded House· The Church
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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State of the Heart
The bridge shifts to a more vulnerable tone, reflecting on personal struggles and desires while contrasting earlier confidence in the verses.
This structural pivot deepens the emotional complexity of the song, moving from assertiveness to introspection and revealing layers to the narrator's experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Fugitive Kind 3:34
- 2 Searching for My Baby 2:51
- 3 Love Shock 3:09
- 4 Primal Park 4:13
- 5 State of the Heart 4:16
- 6 Summer of ’81 3:56
- 7 Chemistry 4:25
- 8 Cool World 3:33
- 9 Step Up, Step Out 3:27
- 10 Mondo Sexo 3:01
- 11 Tied Up in Knots 4:49
- 12 No Time 4:04
- 13 The Queen and Me 3:28
- 14 In Another Love 3:54
- 15 A Touch of Paradise 4:17
Disc 2
- 1 Come Said the Boy 5:33
- 2 Baby Wants to Rock 5:37
- 3 The Modern Bop 5:43
- 4 Marina 4:57
- 5 Cost of Living 4:06
- 6 Good Advice 4:23
- 7 The Moment 3:38
- 8 Dark Secrets 5:16
- 9 Rule of Threes 4:07
- 10 Primitive Love Rites 4:50
- 11 Boom Baby Boom 4:18
- 12 Aliens Walk Among Us 4:14
- 13 Why Fight It 5:27
- 14 I Had You in Mind 4:17
- 15 Soul Reason 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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