Is The Platinum Collection a good place to start with Faith No More?

Yes, The Platinum Collection is recommended as a starting point for new Faith No More listeners. A dynamic compilation blending Faith No More's eclectic alternative metal sound with introspective lyrics and genre-defying experimentation. Released in 2006, The Platinum Collection showcases Faith No More's legacy as genre-definers after their breakup in 1998. This compilation arrived nearly a decade after their last studio album, Album of the Year, and serves both as a retrospective and a bridge to their eventual reunion.

Who is The Platinum Collection for?

The Platinum Collection works well if you're into steady mid-tempo exploration, eclectic sounds for deep listening and introspective lyrics for reflection.

How many songs are on The Platinum Collection?

The Platinum Collection has 18 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

The Platinum Collection

Faith No More · 2006

76 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

A dynamic compilation blending Faith No More's eclectic alternative metal sound with introspective lyrics and genre-defying experimentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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From out of Nowhere Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Epic — This track exemplifies the band's blend of rap, rock, and funk, featuring a memorable bass line and a soaring chorus that captured mainstream attention.
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Midlife Crisis — With its darkly introspective lyrics and complex arrangement, this song reflects the band's unique ability to merge heavy themes with catchy melodies.
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We Care a Lot — As one of their earliest hits, this track's satirical take on social issues established Faith No More's identity as provocateurs in the music scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo exploration
eclectic sounds for deep listening
introspective lyrics for reflection
for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Compilation highlighting their legacy, not a primary entry point or breakthrough.
Career context: Released in 2006, The Platinum Collection showcases Faith No More's legacy as genre-definers after their breakup in 1998. This compilation arrived nearly a decade after their last studio album, Album of the Year, and serves both as a retrospective and a bridge to their eventual reunion.
Stylistic neighbors: Mr. Bungle· System of a Down· Tool