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The Best of Both Worlds

Van Halen

Album 2004
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About this album

Sound: "A high-octane showcase of hard rock anthems blending technical prowess with infectious hooks."

Where they were

Released in 2004, 'The Best of Both Worlds' marked a significant point in Van Halen's career as their first compilation album featuring both David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar-era tracks. This collection came during a period of renewed interest in the band, following their reunion tour with Roth, which helped to re-establish their legacy in the rock scene after a decade of lineup changes and varying commercial success.

Why it matters

This compilation album reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200, reaffirming Van Halen's status as rock legends. Its release was notable not only for its dual representation of the band's eras but also for rekindling interest in their extensive catalog, leading to a resurgence in sales of their past albums and influencing younger listeners discovering classic rock.

Essential tracks

  • "Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love" — This track epitomizes Van Halen's hard rock ethos with its catchy riff and powerful vocals, showcasing the band's energetic style.
  • "Jump" — 'Jump' represents the band's commercial peak, blending synths with rock elements that defined the sound of the 1980s.
  • "Panama" — With its driving beat and memorable chorus, 'Panama' captures the spirit of classic rock while highlighting Van Halen's signature sound.
  • "(Oh) Pretty Woman" — This cover adds a unique twist to Roy Orbison’s classic, showcasing Van Halen's ability to reinterpret songs while retaining their rock flair.

Release Date

July 20, 2004

Artist Origin

United States

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 Eruption 1:43
  2. 2 It’s About Time 4:15
  3. 3 Up for Breakfast 4:57
  4. 4 Learning to See 5:15
  5. 5 Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love 3:48
  6. 6 Finish What Ya Started 4:24
  7. 7 You Really Got Me 2:38
  8. 8 Dreams 4:53
  9. 9 Hot for Teacher 4:43
  10. 10 Poundcake 5:20
  11. 11 And the Cradle Will Rock… 3:34
  12. 12 Black and Blue 5:27
  13. 13 Jump 4:04
  14. 14 Top of the World 3:54
  15. 15 (Oh) Pretty Woman 2:53
  16. 16 Love Walks In 5:11
  17. 17 Beautiful Girls 3:57
  18. 18 Can’t Stop Lovin’ You 4:08
  19. 19 Unchained 3:28

Disc 2

  1. 1 Panama 3:32
  2. 2 Best of Both Worlds 4:49
  3. 3 Jamie’s Cryin’ 3:30
  4. 4 Runaround 4:20
  5. 5 I’ll Wait 4:42
  6. 6 Why Can’t This Be Love 3:48
  7. 7 Runnin’ With the Devil 3:36
  8. 8 When It’s Love 5:38
  9. 9 Dancing in the Street 3:45
  10. 10 Not Enough 6:48
  11. 11 Feels So Good 4:32
  12. 12 Right Now 5:22
  13. 13 Everybody Wants Some!! 5:10
  14. 14 Dance the Night Away 3:10
  15. 15 Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love (live) 4:43
  16. 16 Panama (live) 6:39
  17. 17 Jump (live) 4:20

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