The Platinum Collection
Happy Mondays · 2005
68 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · alternative dance · hip house
Eclectic grooves blend alternative rock and dance, capturing the chaotic spirit of the '90s Manchester scene.
The Platinum Collection is an album by Happy Mondays, released in 2005. Eclectic grooves blend alternative rock and dance, capturing the chaotic spirit of the '90s Manchester scene. This collection serves as a definitive overview of Happy Mondays' impact on British music, particularly within the rave and indie scenes. Tracks like 'Step On' and '24 Hour Party People' are not only celebrated hits but also cultural touchstones that encapsulate the hedonistic spirit of the era, contributing to their status as icons of the Madchester movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Platinum Collection sound like?
Eclectic grooves blend alternative rock and dance, capturing the chaotic spirit of the '90s Manchester scene. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative dance.
What makes The Platinum Collection by Happy Mondays notable?
This collection serves as a definitive overview of Happy Mondays' impact on British music, particularly within the rave and indie scenes. Tracks like 'Step On' and '24 Hour Party People' are not only celebrated hits but also cultural touchstones that encapsulate the hedonistic spirit of the era, contributing to their status as icons of the Madchester movement. Released in December 2005, 'The Platinum Collection' marks a retrospective look at Happy Mondays' career following their breakup in 1999. This compilation showcases their influential sound during the peak of the Madchester movement in the late '80s and early '90s, bringing attention to their legacy as pioneers of alternative dance music.
How many songs are on The Platinum Collection?
The Platinum Collection has 15 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Step On Standout 5:19
- 2 Judge Fudge 4:00
- 3 The Boys Are Back in Town 3:46
- 4 Lazyitis 2:48
- 5 W.F.L. Standout 6:12
- 6 Cut 'em Loose Bruce 4:27
- 7 Stinkin' Thinkin' 4:19
- 8 Bob's Yer Uncle 5:09
- 9 Tokoloshe Man 4:19
- 10 Mad Cyril 4:38
- 11 Theme From Netto 4:11
- 12 Tart Tart 4:22
- 13 Sunshine & Love 4:44
- 14 Stayin' Alive 5:28
- 15 24 Hour Party People Standout 4:36
Release Date
December 5, 2005
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
68 min 26 sec
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