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Collected: 1996-2005

The Wallflowers · 2009

70 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · roots rock

A reflective blend of roots rock and alternative melodies infused with emotional storytelling.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels reflective storytelling moments long, immersive listening sessions
Context
Released in 2009, 'Collected: 1996-2005' serves as a retrospective compilation for The Wallflowers, encapsulating their journey from their self-titled debut in 1992 through the height of their popularity in the late '90s. This album came after their commercial peak with 'Bringing Down the Horse,' which solidified their place in rock music.
If you like
alternative rock, folk rock, roots rock
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Collected: 1996-2005 is an album by The Wallflowers, released in 2009. A reflective blend of roots rock and alternative melodies infused with emotional storytelling. This compilation not only showcases the band's most successful tracks but also highlights their influence on the alternative rock scene of the late '90s and early 2000s. It features multi-platinum hits like 'One Headlight,' which won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, further cementing their legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Collected: 1996-2005 sound like?

A reflective blend of roots rock and alternative melodies infused with emotional storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.

What makes Collected: 1996-2005 by The Wallflowers notable?

This compilation not only showcases the band's most successful tracks but also highlights their influence on the alternative rock scene of the late '90s and early 2000s. It features multi-platinum hits like 'One Headlight,' which won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, further cementing their legacy. Released in 2009, 'Collected: 1996-2005' serves as a retrospective compilation for The Wallflowers, encapsulating their journey from their self-titled debut in 1992 through the height of their popularity in the late '90s. This album came after their commercial peak with 'Bringing Down the Horse,' which solidified their place in rock music.

Who is Collected: 1996-2005 for?

Collected: 1996-2005 works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, reflective storytelling moments and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Collected: 1996-2005?

Collected: 1996-2005 has 16 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·70:37

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

  • 1 One Headlight Standout 5:17
  • 2 6th Avenue Heartache Standout 5:41
  • 3 Three Marlenas 5:01
  • 4 The Difference Standout 3:51
  • 5 Invisible City 4:50
  • 6 Letters From the Wasteland 4:33
  • 7 Hand Me Down 3:40
  • 8 Sleepwalker 3:32
  • 9 I’ve Been Delivered 5:02
  • 10 When You’re on Top 3:58
  • 11 How Good It Can Get 4:14
  • 12 Closer to You 3:19
  • 13 The Beautiful Side of Somewhere 4:03
  • 14 God Says Nothing Back 4:48
  • 15 Eat You Sleeping 4:16
  • 16 God Says Nothing Back (demo) 4:32

Release Date

June 16, 2009

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

70 min 37 sec