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Urban Renewal

Phil Collins · 2003

60 min · 15 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · progressive rock

A polished blend of R&B-infused pop and classic rock anthems showcasing Collins' versatile songwriting.

Why this album works

Best for
steady melodic journey throughout for evening relaxation nostalgic reflections on love
Context
By 2003, Phil Collins was a well-established solo artist, following his commercial peak in the late '80s and early '90s. 'Urban Renewal' serves as a reflective album of reimagined hits, demonstrating his adaptability within the evolving music landscape while also aligning with his later phase of exploring different styles.
If you like
jazz fusion, pop rock, progressive rock

Urban Renewal is an album by Phil Collins, released in 2003. A polished blend of R&B-infused pop and classic rock anthems showcasing Collins' versatile songwriting. This album stands out as a tribute to Collins' extensive catalog, emphasizing renewed interpretations of his iconic songs. It reached notable chart positions and contributed to the resurgence of interest in Collins' work during the early 2000s, even as he faced mixed critical reviews. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Urban Renewal sound like?

A polished blend of R&B-infused pop and classic rock anthems showcasing Collins' versatile songwriting. Rooted in jazz fusion and pop rock.

What makes Urban Renewal by Phil Collins notable?

This album stands out as a tribute to Collins' extensive catalog, emphasizing renewed interpretations of his iconic songs. It reached notable chart positions and contributed to the resurgence of interest in Collins' work during the early 2000s, even as he faced mixed critical reviews. By 2003, Phil Collins was a well-established solo artist, following his commercial peak in the late '80s and early '90s. 'Urban Renewal' serves as a reflective album of reimagined hits, demonstrating his adaptability within the evolving music landscape while also aligning with his later phase of exploring different styles.

Who is Urban Renewal for?

Urban Renewal works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, for evening relaxation and nostalgic reflections on love.

How many songs are on Urban Renewal?

Urban Renewal has 15 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·60:43

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ray J Prelude 0:40
  • 2 Another Day in Paradise (R&B version) Standout 4:26
  • 3 Sussudio 4:19
  • 4 Something Happened on the Way to Heaven 4:31
  • 5 This Must Be Love 3:34
  • 6 In the Air Tonite Standout 4:22
  • 7 Gotta Hold Over Me (Easy Lover) 4:05
  • 8 I Don't Care Anymore 3:50
  • 9 Can't Turn Back the Years 4:37
  • 10 Do You Remember 4:11
  • 11 Against All Odds 4:18
  • 12 One More Night 4:36
  • 13 All of My Life 4:27
  • 14 I Wish It Would Rain Down Standout 4:09
  • 15 Take Me Home 4:34

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

60 min 43 sec