The Ultimate Collection
The Who · 2002
168 min · 44 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · R&B
A powerful blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads that defined a generation's spirit.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'The Ultimate Collection' came during The Who's legacy phase as they celebrated their storied career. This compilation encapsulates their evolution from the early mod sounds of the 1960s to their later rock opera masterpieces, showcasing their enduring influence on rock music.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, R&B
The Ultimate Collection is an album by The Who, released in 2002. A powerful blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads that defined a generation's spirit. This album serves as a definitive anthology of The Who's work, featuring essential tracks that have shaped rock history. It achieved significant commercial success, charting in multiple countries and solidifying the band's position as one of rock’s most iconic acts, while also receiving positive critical acclaim for its comprehensive track selection. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ultimate Collection sound like?
A powerful blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads that defined a generation's spirit. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes The Ultimate Collection by The Who notable?
This album serves as a definitive anthology of The Who's work, featuring essential tracks that have shaped rock history. It achieved significant commercial success, charting in multiple countries and solidifying the band's position as one of rock’s most iconic acts, while also receiving positive critical acclaim for its comprehensive track selection. Released in 2002, 'The Ultimate Collection' came during The Who's legacy phase as they celebrated their storied career. This compilation encapsulates their evolution from the early mod sounds of the 1960s to their later rock opera masterpieces, showcasing their enduring influence on rock music.
Who is The Ultimate Collection for?
The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?
The Ultimate Collection has 44 tracks, running approximately 168 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 I Can’t Explain 2:06
- 2 Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere 2:41
- 3 My Generation Standout 3:19
- 4 The Kids Are Alright 2:46
- 5 A Legal Matter 2:49
- 6 Substitute 3:48
- 7 I’m a Boy 2:38
- 8 Boris the Spider 2:28
- 9 Happy Jack 2:11
- 10 Pictures of Lily 2:46
- 11 I Can See for Miles 4:08
- 12 Call Me Lightning 2:22
- 13 Magic Bus 3:22
- 14 Pinball Wizard Standout 3:02
- 15 I’m Free 2:40
- 16 See Me Feel Me 3:27
- 17 The Seeker 3:13
- 18 Summertime Blues (live) 3:25
- 19 My Wife 3:35
- 20 Baba O’Riley Standout 5:01
- 21 Bargain 5:35
- 22 Behind Blue Eyes 3:42
- 23 Won’t Get Fooled Again 8:33
Disc 2
- 1 Let’s See Action 4:00
- 2 Pure and Easy 5:23
- 3 Join Together 4:22
- 4 Long Live Rock 3:55
- 5 The Real Me 3:31
- 6 5’15 4:54
- 7 Love Reign O’er Me 5:52
- 8 Squeeze Box 2:43
- 9 Who Are You 6:21
- 10 Had Enough 4:30
- 11 Sister Disco 4:21
- 12 You Better You Bet 5:37
- 13 Don’t Let Go the Coat 3:45
- 14 The Quiet One 3:09
- 15 Another Tricky Day 4:54
- 16 Athena 3:26
- 17 Eminence Front 5:42
Disc 3
- 1 Substitute (rare US single version) 3:01
- 2 I’m a Boy (early version) 3:21
- 3 Happy Jack (acoustic version) 2:53
- 4 Magic Bus (UK single version) 3:20
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
168 min 37 sec
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