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Released 20 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow for nostalgic vibes
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • emotional ballads for reflective moments
  • for 90s enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Take That· Boyzone· 5ive

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stay Another Day (S.A.D. mix) 4:27
  • 2 It’s Alright (Guvnor mix) 4:41
  • 3 Around the World 4:37
  • 4 House of Love (Pedigree mix) 4:41
  • 5 Thunder (radio edit) 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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