What makes The Sound of The Smiths by The Smiths notable?

This album is significant as it encapsulates the quintessential sound of The Smiths, influencing countless artists across genres. It debuted at number two in the UK Albums Chart and received praise for its selection of tracks, showcasing their unique blend of jangle pop and post-punk aesthetics alongside Morrissey's poignant lyricism. Released in 2008, 'The Sound of The Smiths' serves as a comprehensive anthology of the band’s influential output from the 1980s. By this point, The Smiths had long disbanded, with their last studio album, 'Strangeways, Here We Come,' coming out in 1987. This compilation highlights their enduring legacy and the impact they had on indie rock and alternative music.

Who is The Sound of The Smiths for?

The Sound of The Smiths works well if you're into melancholic reflections on love, dynamic journey with emotional peaks and introspective lyrics for deep thinking.

How many songs are on The Sound of The Smiths?

The Sound of The Smiths has 23 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

The Sound of The Smiths

The Smiths · 2008

77 min · 23 tracks · indie rock · new wave · post-punk

A curated collection of jangly guitars, introspective lyrics, and Morrissey's distinctive croon that captures a melancholic yet witty essence.

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This album is significant as it encapsulates the quintessential sound of The Smiths, influencing countless artists across genres. It debuted at number two in the UK Albums Chart and received praise for its selection of tracks, showcasing their unique blend of jangle pop and post-punk aesthetics alongside Morrissey's poignant lyricism.

Best for: melancholic reflections on love dynamic journey with emotional peaks introspective lyrics for deep thinking
Context: Released in 2008, 'The Sound of The Smiths' serves as a comprehensive anthology of the band’s influential output from the 1980s. By this point, The Smiths had long disbanded, with their last studio album, 'Strangeways, Here We Come,' coming out in 1987. This compilation highlights their enduring legacy and the impact they had on indie rock and alternative music.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cranberries· Morrissey· Viktor Tsoi

Tracklist

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1 Hand in Glove 3:17
2 This Charming Man Standout 2:43
3 What Difference Does It Make? (Peel sessions version) 3:13
4 Still Ill 3:22
5 Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now 3:35
6 William, It Was Really Nothing 2:12
7 How Soon Is Now? (12″ version) 6:47
8 Nowhere Fast 2:38
9 Shakespeare’s Sister 2:09
10 Barbarism Begins at Home (7″ version) 3:51
11 That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore 3:52
12 The Headmaster Ritual 4:54
13 The Boy With the Thorn in His Side 3:18
14 Bigmouth Strikes Again 3:14
15 There Is a Light That Never Goes Out Standout 4:05
16 Panic 2:20
17 Ask 3:17
18 You Just Haven’t Earned It Yet, Baby 3:34
19 Shoplifters of the World Unite 2:58
20 Sheila Take a Bow 2:42
21 Girlfriend in a Coma 2:03
22 I Started Something I Couldn’t Finish 3:48
23 Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me 3:11

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