Time Capsule: The Best of Matthew Sweet 90/00
Matthew Sweet · 2000
70 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A melodic journey through alternative rock, blending heartfelt lyrics with catchy guitar-driven hooks.
Why this album works
The album showcases Sweet's most beloved tracks, including hits like 'Girlfriend' and 'Sick of Myself,' which have become staples in the alternative rock genre. This collection not only highlights his chart successes but also serves as a cultural touchstone for fans of '90s rock, celebrating his influence on subsequent artists and the power-pop revival.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments catchy sing-along choruses heartfelt lyrics for introspection
- Context
- Released on September 26, 2000, this compilation comes as Matthew Sweet was experiencing a shift in his career after the commercial success of '100% Fun' in 1995. 'Time Capsule: The Best of Matthew Sweet 90/00' encapsulates his most impactful songs from the 1990s and early 2000s, solidifying his status as a key figure in alternative rock during that era.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Beck· Linkin Park· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Divine Intervention 5:37
- 2 I've Been Waiting Standout 3:37
- 3 Girlfriend Standout 3:39
- 4 You Don't Love Me 5:22
- 5 Time Capsule 3:56
- 6 The Ugly Truth (acoustic version) 3:18
- 7 Devil With the Green Eyes 4:41
- 8 Someone to Pull the Trigger 3:54
- 9 Sick of Myself Standout 3:38
- 10 We're the Same 3:03
- 11 Where You Get Love 3:36
- 12 Until You Break 4:50
- 13 Behind the Smile 2:23
- 14 If Time Permits 3:14
- 15 What Matters 4:16
- 16 Hide 4:05
- 17 Ready 3:57
- 18 So Far 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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