Original Album Classics [ CD / Box Set ]

Name: Original Album Classics
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SKU: CD114771
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Released Date: 09 Jul 2012
Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Teenage Fanclub, the Scottish indie rock band that has been churning out jangly guitar pop since the 90s, has graced us with a delightful collection of their Original Album Classics. This five-album set is a trip down memory lane for fans of the band, showcasing their evolution from scrappy upstarts to seasoned pros. The first album in the collection, 1990's "A Catholic Education," sets the tone for the band's career with its catchy melodies and fuzzy guitars. Tracks like "Everything Flows" and "Primary Education" are instant classics that still sound fresh today. Moving on to 1991's "Bandwagonesque," Teenage Fanclub hit their stride with a more polished sound and tighter songwriting. The album's standout track "The Concept" is a power pop masterpiece that showcases the band's knack for crafting irresistible hooks. 1993's "Thirteen" sees Teenage Fanclub experimenting with different textures and tempos, resulting in a more eclectic album that takes listeners on a sonic journey. The dreamy "Norman 3" and the upbeat "Radio" are highlights that show off the band's versatility. "Grand Prix" from 1995 is a return to form for Teenage Fanclub, with its infectious melodies and soaring harmonies. Tracks like "Mellow Doubt" and "Sparky's Dream" are instant crowd-pleasers that will have you bopping along in no time. Rounding out the collection is 1997's "Songs from Northern Britain," a love letter to the band's homeland that is filled with lush arrangements and heartfelt lyrics. The wistful "Ain't That Enough" and the folky "I Don't Want Control of You" are standouts that will tug at your heartstrings. Overall, Teenage Fanclub's Original Album Classics is a must-have for fans of indie rock. So go ahead, dust off your CD player and crank up the

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. The Concept
2. Satan
3. December
4. What You Do to Me
5. I Don't Know
6. Star Sign
7. Metal Baby
8. Pet Rock
9. Sidewinder
10. Alcoholiday
11. Guiding Star
12. Is This Music?

Disc: 2
1. Hang On
2. The Cabbage
3. Radio
4. Norman 3
5. Song to the Cynic
6. 120 Mins
7. Escher
8. Commercial Alternative
9. Fear of Flying
10. Tears Are Cool
11. Ret Liv Dead
12. Get Funky
13. Gene Clark

Disc: 4
1. Start Again

Disc: 3
1. About You

Disc: 4
2. Ain't That Enough

Disc: 3
2. Sparky's Dream

Disc: 4
3. Can't Feel My Soul

Disc: 3
3. Mellow Doubt

Disc: 4
4. I Don't Want Control of You

Disc: 3
4. Don't Look Back

Disc: 4
5. Planets

Disc: 3
5. Verisimilitude

Disc: 4
6. It's a Bad World

Disc: 3
6. Neil Jung

Disc: 4
7. Take the Long Way Round

Disc: 3
7. Tears

Disc: 4
8. Winter

Disc: 3
8. Discolite

Disc: 4
9. I Don't Care

Disc: 3
9. Say No

Disc: 4
10. Mount Everest

Disc: 3
10. Going Places

Disc: 4
11. Your Love Is the Place Where I Come From

Disc: 3
11. I'll Make It Clear

Disc: 4
12. Speed of Light

Disc: 3
12. I Gotta Know
13. Hardcore/Ballad

Disc: 5
1. I Need Direction
2. I Can't Find My Way Home
3. Accidental Life
4. Near You
5. Happiness
6. Dumb Dumb Dumb
7. The Town and the City
8. The Sun Shines from You
9. Straight & Narrow
10. Cul De Sac
11. My Uptight Life
12. If I Never See You Again