Pulp - Countdown 1992-1982
They’re hardly “hits” in the traditional sense, but this compilation is a superlative introduction to Pulp’s awkward, obtuse (and utterly magnificent) early period.
Meat Loaf - Hits Out Of Hell
Fucking incredible album, which can be further improved at home by deleting “Razor’s Edge” and adding “Surf’s Up” instead.
Iron Maiden - Somewhere Back In Time (Best of 1980-1989)
One can argue about the song selection (no Where Eagles Dare? Heresy) till the cows come home, but it’s still full of absolute belters.
Underworld - 1992-2002
So many classic tracks, all presented in their wonderful uncut 10-minute plus glory. Disc 1( Bigmouth - Dirty - Mmm Skyscraper (I Love You) - Rez - Spikee - Dirty Epic - Dark & Long (Long Train)) might be one of the greatest compiled CDs in history.