Collected Works
Hunters & Collectors · 1990
60 min · 16 tracks · new wave
A rich tapestry of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics that blend rock, new wave, and Australian cultural themes.
Collected Works is an album by Hunters & Collectors, released in 1990. A rich tapestry of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics that blend rock, new wave, and Australian cultural themes. 'Collected Works' solidified Hunters & Collectors' reputation by charting well in Australia and generating renewed interest in their earlier material. The inclusion of tracks like 'Throw Your Arms Around Me' made it a staple in Australian music history, further influencing the alternative rock movement and earning praise from critics for its emotional depth and lyrical resonance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Collected Works sound like?
A rich tapestry of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics that blend rock, new wave, and Australian cultural themes. Rooted in new wave.
What makes Collected Works by Hunters & Collectors notable?
'Collected Works' solidified Hunters & Collectors' reputation by charting well in Australia and generating renewed interest in their earlier material. The inclusion of tracks like 'Throw Your Arms Around Me' made it a staple in Australian music history, further influencing the alternative rock movement and earning praise from critics for its emotional depth and lyrical resonance. Released in 1990, 'Collected Works' is a compilation that showcases the emergence of Hunters & Collectors as a significant force in the Australian music scene. This period followed their breakthrough album 'Human Frailty' (1986), which established them as critical favorites and set the stage for broader recognition. The compilation features highlights from their earlier work, illustrating their evolution up to this point.
How many songs are on Collected Works?
Collected Works has 16 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Faraway Man 3:08
- 2 Throw Your Arms Around Me Standout 3:52
- 3 Inside a Fireball 4:05
- 4 Dog 3:40
- 5 Everything’s on Fire Standout 4:25
- 6 Do You See What I See? 3:38
- 7 Around the Flame 3:51
- 8 Give Me a Reason 3:40
- 9 Wishing Well Standout 4:12
- 10 Talking to a Stranger 3:52
- 11 Say Goodbye 3:51
- 12 January Rain 4:25
- 13 Back on the Breadline 4:04
- 14 Is There Anybody in There? 3:25
- 15 Still Hanging 'Round 3:14
- 16 Breakneck Road 2:40
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