The Platinum Collection cover

The Platinum Collection

East 17 · 2006

63 min · 15 tracks · pop music

A retrospective journey through 90s pop, blending catchy hooks with slick production and emotional balladry.

Why this album works

This collection is notable for its commercial performance, entering the UK Albums Chart and reigniting interest in East 17's discography during a period of declining pop boy bands. The album features remixes of their most popular tracks, showcasing their evolution and influencing a resurgence of interest in 90s pop acts within contemporary music discussions.
Best for
steady flow for nostalgic vibes catchy hooks for sing-alongs emotional ballads for reflective moments
Context
Released in December 2006, 'The Platinum Collection' marked a significant moment for East 17 as it came after their hiatus following the 1997 album 'Around the World.' This compilation aimed to reintroduce their music to a new generation while capitalizing on nostalgia for their earlier hits. By this time, the band had undergone numerous changes, including lineup shifts and varying degrees of public interest.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Stay Another Day (S.A.D. mix) Standout 4:27
  • 2 It’s Alright (Guvnor mix) Standout 4:41
  • 3 Around the World 4:37
  • 4 House of Love (Pedigree mix) 4:41
  • 5 Thunder (radio edit) Standout 4:16
  • 6 Deep (Breath mix) 4:01
  • 7 Steam (Vapoureyes mix) 3:23
  • 8 Do U Still (single remix) 4:18
  • 9 Let It Rain (Thunder radio mix) 3:33
  • 10 West End Girls (Face on Posters mix) 4:27
  • 11 Hold My Body Tight (7″ radio edit) 3:39
  • 12 Slow It Down (Perpetual Motion) 4:45
  • 13 Someone to Love (Summer of Love mix) 4:00
  • 14 Gold (7″ Collar Size) 4:20
  • 15 Hey Child 4:33

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