Alternative History: A Cracker Retrospective (3x COLOR VINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)

Alternative History: A Cracker Retrospective is a dynamic journey through the sonic landscape of Cracker, one of alt-rock's most enduring and beloved bands. This special compilation album offers fans a fresh perspective on Cracker's rich musical catalogue, featuring alternative versions, re-recordings, and live takes from the band's history. Spanning their entire career, this retrospective highlights the band's evolution, revisiting classic songs with new energy, creative arrangements, and live recordings that capture their unfiltered spirit.

Featuring 5 previously unreleased versions and 6 rare live recordings the album presents a mix of fan favourites and deeper cuts. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their music, this retrospective is a celebration of Cracker’s influence in the alternative rock world, offering a compelling new way to experience their music. Available on 3LP LTD Edition Yellow, White & Orange Vinyl with 12 page booklet, and 2CD digisleeve with 28 page booklet.

Label:
Cooking Vinyl – COOKLP926
Format:
3 x Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Limited Edition
Country:
Worldwide
Released:
Nov 21, 2024
Genre:
Rock
Style:
Acoustic, Alternative Rock, Art Rock, Classic Rock, Country Rock, Pop Rock
A1        Sick Of Goodbyes (Re-Record With Members Of Drive-By Truckers)    3:25
A2        Teen Angst (Redux Version)    4:04
A3        Mr. Wrong
Featuring – Leftover Salmon
4:52
A4        I See The Light (Redux Version)    5:28
B1        Almond Grove (Re-Record With John Keane)    4:35
B2        Low (Redux Version)    4:55
B3        Merry Christmas Emily (Emily's Version)    5:10
B4        The World Is Mine (Redux Version)    3:43
C1        Sweet Potato
Featuring – Leftover Salmon
4:59
C2        Turn On Tune In Drop Out With Me (Live At The Rockpalast Crossroads Festival)    4:00
C3        7 Days (Live In Madrid)    4:24
C4        Big Dipper (Redux Version)    5:46
D1        Eurotrash Girl Waltz
Featuring – Leftover Salmon
6:15
D2        King Of Bakersfield (Acoustic)    5:24
D3        I Need Better Friends    3:49
D4        Father Winter (Hickman Demo)    4:10
E1        One Fine Day (Live At The Rockpalast Crossroads Festival)    6:56
E2        Gimme One More Chance (Live At The Rockpalast Crossroads Festival)    4:20
E3        Sunrise In The Land Of Milk And Honey (Live In Madrid)    3:42
E4        River Euphrates (Live In Berlin)    3:01
F1        I Want Everything (Live In Madrid)    6:05
F2        Movie Star (Live In Madrid)    3:30
F3        Don't F*ck Me Up With Peace And Love (Live In Madrid)    3:14
F4        Ain't Gonna Suck Itself    5:47
Hype sticker: "Featuring alternative versions, re-records, and live takes of songs that span the band's history."

Available as (hype sticker): "2 CD with a 28 page booklet with lyrics and photos" or "LTD Edition: Triple LP coloured vinyl in a tri-fold sleeve including a 12-page booklet."
Barcode: 711297922615
 

• Media Condition: Mint (M)
• Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
• Format: Vinyl
• Genre: ALT/INDIE
• Format Type: 3xLP
• Released: 11/22/2024