The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities
The Jesus and Mary Chain · 2008
237 min · 81 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-punk
A collection of raw, unpolished gems showcasing the Jesus and Mary Chain's signature blend of noise and melody.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic collection of raw gems wave-like pacing with surprises for nostalgic late nights
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities' arrived after a period of resurgence for the band following their reunion in 2007. This compilation follows their 2007 album 'Damage and Joy,' as well as their long legacy in alternative rock since the mid-1980s. The collection highlights their evolution and influence over the decades.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, post-punk
The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities is an album by The Jesus and Mary Chain, released in 2008. A collection of raw, unpolished gems showcasing the Jesus and Mary Chain's signature blend of noise and melody. 'The Power of Negative Thinking' serves as a crucial document for fans, featuring rare tracks alongside familiar favorites that showcase the band's influential sound. Its release allowed a new generation to discover their early work while celebrating the band's impact on noise pop and alternative rock, maintaining their relevance in the music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities sound like?
A collection of raw, unpolished gems showcasing the Jesus and Mary Chain's signature blend of noise and melody. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities by The Jesus and Mary Chain notable?
'The Power of Negative Thinking' serves as a crucial document for fans, featuring rare tracks alongside familiar favorites that showcase the band's influential sound. Its release allowed a new generation to discover their early work while celebrating the band's impact on noise pop and alternative rock, maintaining their relevance in the music scene. Released in 2008, 'The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities' arrived after a period of resurgence for the band following their reunion in 2007. This compilation follows their 2007 album 'Damage and Joy,' as well as their long legacy in alternative rock since the mid-1980s. The collection highlights their evolution and influence over the decades.
Who is The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities for?
The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities works well if you're into dynamic collection of raw gems, wave-like pacing with surprises and for nostalgic late nights.
How many songs are on The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities?
The Power of Negative Thinking – B-Sides & Rarities has 81 tracks, running approximately 237 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Up Too High 3:44
- 2 Upside Down 3:00
- 3 Vegetable Man 3:35
- 4 Suck 2:08
- 5 Ambition 3:29
- 6 Just Out of Reach 2:08
- 7 Boyfriend’s Dead 1:43
- 8 Head 3:50
- 9 Just Like Honey (demo Oct. ’84) Standout 2:59
- 10 Cracked 3:47
- 11 Taste of Cindy (acoustic version) 2:00
- 12 The Hardest Walk 3:13
- 13 Never Understand (alternate) Standout 3:26
- 14 My Little Underground (demo) 2:33
- 15 The Living End (demo) 2:17
- 16 Some Candy Talking Standout 3:18
- 17 Psychocandy 2:54
- 18 Hit 3:28
- 19 Cut Dead (acoustic) 2:47
- 20 You Trip Me Up (acoustic) 2:42
- 21 Walk and Crawl 2:24
Disc 2
- 1 Kill Surf City 3:11
- 2 Bo Diddley Is Jesus 3:18
- 3 Who Do You Love 4:05
- 4 Everything’s Alright When You’re Down 2:39
- 5 Shake 2:01
- 6 Happy When It Rains (demo) 3:47
- 7 Happy Place 2:24
- 8 F.Hole 1:09
- 9 Rider 2:12
- 10 On the Wall (Porta Studio demo) 3:42
- 11 Surfin’ USA (April outtake) 2:58
- 12 Here It Comes Again 2:33
- 13 Don’t Ever Change 3:33
- 14 Swing 2:26
- 15 Sidewalking 3:35
- 16 Surfin’ USA (Summer mix) 3:32
- 17 Shimmer 2:47
- 18 Penetration 2:48
- 19 Break Me Down 2:31
- 20 Subway 2:06
- 21 My Girl 3:05
Disc 3
- 1 In the Black 2:55
- 2 Terminal Beach 2:25
- 3 Deviant Slice 3:03
- 4 I’m Glad I Never 1:31
- 5 Drop (acoustic remix) 1:54
- 6 Rollercoaster 3:52
- 7 Silverblade 2:58
- 8 Lowlife 3:28
- 9 Tower of Song 4:50
- 10 Heat 3:01
- 11 Guitar Man 3:43
- 12 Why’d You Want Me? 3:14
- 13 Sometimes 2:52
- 14 Teenage Lust (acoustic version) 2:25
- 15 Reverberation (Doubt) 3:47
- 16 Don’t Come Down 2:41
- 17 Snakedriver 3:41
- 18 Something I Can’t Have 3:03
- 19 Write Record Release Blues 2:57
- 20 Little Red Rooster 3:27
Disc 4
- 1 The Perfect Crime 1:35
- 2 Little Stars 3:33
- 3 Drop (re‐recorded) 1:53
- 4 (I’m in With) The Out Crowd 2:37
- 5 New York City 1:59
- 6 Taking It Away 2:12
- 7 Ghost of a Smile 2:55
- 8 Alphabet Street 2:17
- 9 Coast to Coast (alternate – William vox) 3:23
- 10 Dirty Water (demo – William vox) 3:15
- 11 Till I Found You 2:05
- 12 Bleed Me 3:38
- 13 33⅓ 3:19
- 14 Lost Star 2:05
- 15 Hide Myself 3:31
- 16 Rocket 3:02
- 17 Easylife, Easylove 4:08
- 18 40,000k 2:51
- 19 Nineteen666 3:31
Release Date
September 1, 2008
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
237 min 58 sec
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