The Melancholy Collection
Millencolin · 1999
49 min · 22 tracks · pop-punk · skate punk
Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant yet melancholic atmosphere.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its blend of catchy hooks and poignant themes, which resonated with fans and contributed to the rising popularity of pop-punk in the late '90s. It solidified Millencolin's status in the genre and influenced many subsequent bands while receiving positive reviews from publications like 'Alternative Press'.
- Career context
- When 'The Melancholy Collection' was released in 1999, Millencolin was already gaining traction in the punk scene following their breakthrough album 'Pennybridge Pioneers' in 1996. This album marked their continued evolution, incorporating both energetic tracks and reflective moments that expanded their sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- NOFX· Sum 41· The Decline
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In a Room 2:56
- 2 Pain Standout 2:20
- 3 Shake Me Standout 2:14
- 4 Melack 2:13
- 5 Nosepicker 3:38
- 6 Use Your Nose 1:36
- 7 Flippin’ Beans 2:35
- 8 Yellow Dog 2:58
- 9 Knowledge Standout 1:31
- 10 A Whole Lot Less 1:55
- 11 Coolidge 2:23
- 12 That’s Up to Me 2:00
- 13 A Bit of Muslin 1:56
- 14 Melancholy Protection 1:25
- 15 Shake Me (live) 2:11
- 16 Niap 2:37
- 17 Every Breath You Take 2:06
- 18 9 to 5 3:01
- 19 Dragster 2:03
- 20 An Elf and His Zippo 1:55
- 21 Israelites 2:25
- 22 Vixen 1:49
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