In 2012, Universal Music released a 3-CD box set titled Collected, which contains 60 tracks spanning Carrack's career from 1974 to 2011. The collection includes songs from his various bands, as well as his solo albums and collaborations with other artists. The box set also features rare and unreleased tracks, such as demos, live recordings, and acoustic versions.
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Tracklist
Disc 1
Disc 2
Disc 3
How Long - Ace
The Living Years - Mike & The Mechanics
Love Will Keep Us Alive - Eagles
Groovin' - Paul Carrack & The SWR Big Band
When You Walk In The Room - Paul Carrack
Empty Space - Paul Carrack
Over My Shoulder - Mike & The Mechanics
When My Little Girl Is Smiling - Paul Carrack
Satisfy My Soul - Paul Carrack
Eyes Of Blue - Paul Carrack
Always Better With You - Paul Carrack
I Live On A Battlefield - Paul Carrack
I Don't Want To Hear Any More - Eagles
I Don't Want Your Love (I Need Your Love) - Paul Carrack
Loving You Tonight - Squeeze
Where Did I Go Wrong? - Paul Carrack
You Give Me Something - Paul Carrack
Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City - Paul Carrack & The Rhythm Kings
Silent Running (On Dangerous Ground) - Mike & The Mechanics
Tempted - Squeeze
What's Going On? (Live) - Paul Carrack & Timothy B. Schmit
Dedicated (Live) - Paul Carrack & Jools Holland's Rhythm And Blues Orchestra
Battlefield (Live) - Paul Carrack & Nick Lowe And His Cowboy Outfit
No Doubt About It (Live) - Paul Carrack & Jools Holland's Rhythm And Blues Orchestra
If I Didn't Love You (Live) - Squeeze Feat. Paul Carrack & Elvis Costello
If I Should Fall Behind (Live) - Paul Carrack & Timothy B. Schmit With Ringo Starr And His All Starr Band
The Way I'm Feeling Tonight (Live) - Paul Carrack With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted By David Firman And Arranged By Richard Niles And David Firman)
Tempted (Live) - Squeeze Feat. Paul Carrack & Elvis Costello)
The Living Years (Live) - Mike & The Mechanics Feat. Paul Young)
How Long (Live) - Ace Feat. Frankie Miller)
Don't Shed A Tear - Paul Carrack
Another Cup Of Coffee - Mike & The Mechanics
Button Off My Shirt - Paul Carrack
Give Me A Chance - Paul Carrack
Nothing More Than A Memory - Paul Carrack
Tip Of My Tongue - Paul Carrack
Loveless - Paul Carrack
Beautiful World - Paul Carrack
Satisfy My Soul (Alternative Mix) - Paul Carrack
Groovin' (Alternative Mix) - Paul Carrack & The SWR Big Band
How Long (Acoustic Version) - Paul Carrack
Over My Shoulder (Acoustic Version) - Paul Carrack
Eyes Of Blue (Acoustic Version) - Paul Carrack
The Living Years (Acoustic Version) - Mike & The Mechanics
Love Will Keep Us Alive (Acoustic Version) - Paul Carrack
For All We Know - Paul Carrack & The SWR Big Band
Sunny - Paul Carrack & The SWR Big Band
Walk On By - Paul Carrack & The SWR Big Band
What's Going On? (Acoustic Version) - Paul Carrack & Timothy B. Schmit
I Think It's Going To Rain Today (Demo) - Paul Carrack
Review
Collected is a must-have for any fan of Paul Carrack, as it showcases his versatile and soulful voice, his catchy and heartfelt songs, and his impressive musical career. The box set covers all the aspects of his music, from his rock and pop hits with various bands, to his smooth and jazzy solo albums, to his collaborations with other artists. The collection also offers some rare and unreleased gems, such as demos, live recordings, and acoustic versions, that give a glimpse into his creative process and his live performances. The FLAC format ensures that the sound quality is crisp and clear, and that the listener can enjoy every nuance and detail of Carrack's music.
Collected is a tribute to one of the most underrated and talented singers, songwriters, and musicians of our time. It is a comprehensive and enjoyable journey through the musical legacy of Paul Carrack, who has been making great music for almost five decades.
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