There'll Always Be an England
Sex Pistols · 2008
77 min · 19 tracks · punk
A raw and rebellious collection of punk anthems that capture the spirit of disillusionment in Britain.
Why this album works
This album matters as it recontextualizes the Sex Pistols' legacy for a new generation, featuring classic tracks that defined punk rock. It highlights their cultural impact, especially with songs like 'God Save the Queen', which remains a symbol of rebellion against authority. Despite being released long after their initial breakup, it emphasizes the band's lasting relevance in music history.
- Best for
- raw energy for rebellious spirits dynamic peaks and valleys anthems for collective sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'There'll Always Be an England' came nearly three decades after the Sex Pistols' iconic debut album, 'Never Mind the Bollocks'. This compilation showcases their enduring influence on punk rock while serving as a retrospective of their tumultuous career. The band’s reunion tours had reignited interest in their music and legacy during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bryan Adams· David Bowie· Duran Duran· The Cure· The Jesus and Mary Chain· Siouxsie and the Banshees· John Cale· New Model Army
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 There’ll Always Be an England (intro) 3:49
- 2 Pretty Vacant Standout 4:03
- 3 Seventeen 2:20
- 4 No Feelings 4:01
- 5 New York 3:41
- 6 Did You No Wrong 3:56
- 7 Liar 3:04
- 8 Beside the Seaside 1:04
- 9 Holidays in the Sun 3:38
- 10 Submission 5:23
- 11 (I’m Not Your) Stepping Stone 3:36
- 12 No Fun 6:36
- 13 Problems 5:56
- 14 God Save the Queen Standout 3:56
- 15 EMI 5:04
- 16 Bodies 4:14
- 17 Anarchy in the UK Standout 4:08
- 18 End Credits 2:09
- 19 Roadrunner 6:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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