The Greatest Hits – Why Try Harder
Fatboy Slim · 2006
65 min · 18 tracks · techno
A vibrant fusion of dance beats and eclectic samples that defined the late '90s and early 2000s club culture.
Why this album works
This compilation album not only encapsulated Fatboy Slim's chart-topping hits but also received critical acclaim for its innovative sound. It peaked at number one on the UK Albums Chart and reaffirmed his influence on electronic music, serving as a benchmark for future artists in the genre.
- Best for
- dance floor party anthems steady groove for socializing nostalgic vibes of club culture
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'The Greatest Hits – Why Try Harder' marked a retrospective celebration of Fatboy Slim's career following his rise to fame in the late '90s with hits like 'Praise You.' By this point, Norman Cook had solidified his status as a pioneer of the big beat genre, showcasing a blend of house, techno, and pop elements across his work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Prodigy· D. Tiffany· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Rockafeller Skank Standout 3:56
- 2 Praise You Standout 3:47
- 3 Brimful of Asha (Norman Cook remix) 4:00
- 4 Weapon of Choice Standout 3:39
- 5 Gangster Trippin' 3:31
- 6 I See You Baby (Fatboy Slim remix) 3:30
- 7 Wonderful Night 2:44
- 8 Right Here, Right Now 3:55
- 9 Going Out of My Head 3:42
- 10 Sunset (Bird of Prey) 3:59
- 11 Everybody Loves a Carnival 4:04
- 12 Don't Let the Man Get You Down 3:18
- 13 Demons 3:14
- 14 Sho' 'Nuff 3:20
- 15 Slash Dot Dash 2:55
- 16 Santa Cruz 4:17
- 17 Champion Sound 2:59
- 18 That Old Pair of Jeans 4:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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