This Is Music: The Singles 92–98
The Verve · 2004
67 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
A sweeping blend of ethereal melodies and poignant lyrics that define the Britpop era.
Why this album works
The album encapsulates The Verve's most impactful singles, including the chart-topping 'Bitter Sweet Symphony,' which is often credited with bringing orchestral arrangements into mainstream rock. Its release also coincided with a resurgence of interest in the band as they faced legal disputes over song rights, further cementing their legacy within the genre.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- When 'This Is Music: The Singles 92–98' was released, The Verve had experienced significant commercial success with their third studio album, 'Urban Hymns,' in 1997. This compilation serves as a retrospective of their formative years, showcasing their evolution from a psychedelic rock band to an influential force in Britpop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Syd Barrett· The Velvet Underground
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Is Music 3:38
- 2 Slide Away 4:06
- 3 Lucky Man Standout 4:49
- 4 History 5:28
- 5 She’s a Superstar 5:04
- 6 On Your Own 3:36
- 7 Blue 3:39
- 8 Sonnet 4:24
- 9 All in the Mind 4:17
- 10 The Drugs Don’t Work Standout 5:05
- 11 Gravity Grave 8:21
- 12 Bitter Sweet Symphony Standout 5:59
- 13 This Could Be My Moment 3:59
- 14 Monte Carlo 4:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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