History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz
39 min · 11 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock
Eclectic melodies intertwine with theatrical arrangements, reflecting the band's whimsical yet poignant approach to storytelling.
History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz is an album by Split Enz. Eclectic melodies intertwine with theatrical arrangements, reflecting the band's whimsical yet poignant approach to storytelling. This album is significant not only for its collection of hits but also for its influence on the New Wave scene and its critical acclaim. The track 'Six Months in a Leaky Boat' reached number one in Australia, highlighting the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with thoughtful lyrics, which resonated widely during the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz sound like?
Eclectic melodies intertwine with theatrical arrangements, reflecting the band's whimsical yet poignant approach to storytelling. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz by Split Enz notable?
This album is significant not only for its collection of hits but also for its influence on the New Wave scene and its critical acclaim. The track 'Six Months in a Leaky Boat' reached number one in Australia, highlighting the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with thoughtful lyrics, which resonated widely during the era. When 'History Never Repeats' was released in 1989, Split Enz was transitioning from their early experimental sound to a more polished pop-rock style. This compilation came after their commercial peak in the early 1980s, showcasing their evolution and solidifying their legacy in New Zealand music history.
How many songs are on History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz?
History Never Repeats – The Best of Split Enz has 11 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I Got You Standout 3:29
- 2 Hard Act to Follow 3:18
- 3 Six Months in a Leaky Boat Standout 4:26
- 4 What’s the Matter With You 3:06
- 5 One Step Ahead 2:52
- 6 I See Red 3:14
- 7 Message to My Girl Standout 3:59
- 8 History Never Repeats 2:58
- 9 I Hope I Never 4:32
- 10 Dirty Creature 4:02
- 11 Poor Boy 3:26
Artist Origin
New Zealand
Runtime
39 min 22 sec
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