The Ultimate Collection
The Kinks · 2002
73 min · 25 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A vibrant collection of rock anthems that encapsulates British pop culture's evolution in the '60s and '70s.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short bursts of nostalgic energy sing-along anthems for gatherings dynamic shifts in listening pace
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'The Ultimate Collection' is a comprehensive anthology of The Kinks' career, celebrating their influence spanning four decades. By this time, the band had transitioned from their initial success in the '60s to become respected figures in rock history, with a legacy marked by hits like 'You Really Got Me' and 'Lola'.
- If you like
- hard rock, garage rock, power pop
The Ultimate Collection is an album by The Kinks, released in 2002. A vibrant collection of rock anthems that encapsulates British pop culture's evolution in the '60s and '70s. This compilation serves as a definitive overview of The Kinks' extensive catalog, showcasing their significant impact on rock music. It features classic tracks that have been covered by countless artists and helped define genres such as power pop and proto-punk, solidifying their status as pioneers in the music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ultimate Collection sound like?
A vibrant collection of rock anthems that encapsulates British pop culture's evolution in the '60s and '70s. Rooted in hard rock and garage rock.
What makes The Ultimate Collection by The Kinks notable?
This compilation serves as a definitive overview of The Kinks' extensive catalog, showcasing their significant impact on rock music. It features classic tracks that have been covered by countless artists and helped define genres such as power pop and proto-punk, solidifying their status as pioneers in the music scene. Released in 2002, 'The Ultimate Collection' is a comprehensive anthology of The Kinks' career, celebrating their influence spanning four decades. By this time, the band had transitioned from their initial success in the '60s to become respected figures in rock history, with a legacy marked by hits like 'You Really Got Me' and 'Lola'.
Who is The Ultimate Collection for?
The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into short bursts of nostalgic energy, sing-along anthems for gatherings and dynamic shifts in listening pace.
How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?
The Ultimate Collection has 25 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Really Got Me Standout 2:14
- 2 All Day and All of the Night 2:22
- 3 Tired of Waiting for You 2:31
- 4 Ev'rybody's Gonna Be Happy 2:15
- 5 Set Me Free 2:11
- 6 See My Friends 2:43
- 7 Till the End of the Day 2:19
- 8 Dedicated Follower of Fashion 3:00
- 9 Sunny Afternoon 3:33
- 10 Dead End Street 3:21
- 11 Waterloo Sunset Standout 3:17
- 12 Autumn Almanac 3:11
- 13 Wonder Boy 2:50
- 14 Days 2:54
- 15 Plastic Man 3:03
- 16 Victoria 3:39
- 17 Lola Standout 4:09
- 18 Apeman 3:51
- 19 David Watts 2:37
- 20 Where Have All the Good Times Gone 2:50
- 21 Well Respected Man 2:41
- 22 I'm Not Like Everybody Else 3:28
- 23 End of the Season 2:59
- 24 Death of a Clown 3:12
- 25 Suzannah's Still Alive 2:21
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
73 min 43 sec
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