Odyssey
by Take That
Released: November 23, 2018
Pop, pop rock, dance-pop, alternative rock
Why This Album Matters
This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.
The Album
The album also features collaborations with Barry Gibb and Boyz II Men. "Odyssey" is a greatest hits album by English pop band Take That, released on November 23, 2018, by Polydor Records. The album features re-imagined versions of the band's classic tracks, with new arrangements and production by Stuart Price.
Interesting Facts
It became the fastest-selling album of 2018, selling…
It became the fastest-selling album of 2018, selling over 100,000 copies in its first week.
In addition to the reworked tracks, Odyssey includes…
In addition to the reworked tracks, Odyssey includes interview snippets featuring all five Take That members.
Gary Barlow mentioned that the traditional "greatest hits"…
Gary Barlow mentioned that the traditional "greatest hits" albums were becoming obsolete, as fans can easily access an artist's complete discography online.
As a result, the band aimed to offer…
As a result, the band aimed to offer a unique take on a best-of collection.
In an interview with The Daily Telegraph, Barlow…
In an interview with The Daily Telegraph, Barlow expressed a relaxed attitude toward the album's commercial performance, stating, "If I could be bold, I don't give a shit whether the new album's a hit or not...
Essential Tracks
Spin
It also includes three new songs: "Out of Our Heads", "Spin", and "Everlasting." The collection debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, marking Take That's eighth number-one album.
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Reception
It also includes three new songs: "Out of Our Heads", "Spin", and "Everlasting." The collection debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, marking Take That's eighth number-one album. Even if it's a flop, we're still going to go on tour next year and play to 600,000 people." This comment highlighted the band's focus on their continued success as a live act, regardless of album sales.
The Complete Album Story
"Odyssey" is a greatest hits album by English pop band Take That, released on November 23, 2018, by Polydor Records. The album features re-imagined versions of the band's classic tracks, with new arrangements and production by Stuart Price. It also includes three new songs: "Out of Our Heads", "Spin", and "Everlasting." The collection debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, marking Take That's eighth number-one album. It became the fastest-selling album of 2018, selling over 100,000 copies in its first week.
In addition to the reworked tracks, Odyssey includes interview snippets featuring all five Take That members. Gary Barlow mentioned that the traditional "greatest hits" albums were becoming obsolete, as fans can easily access an artist's complete discography online. As a result, the band aimed to offer a unique take on a best-of collection. The album also features collaborations with Barry Gibb and Boyz II Men.
In an interview with The Daily Telegraph, Barlow expressed a relaxed attitude toward the album's commercial performance, stating, "If I could be bold, I don't give a shit whether the new album's a hit or not... Even if it's a flop, we're still going to go on tour next year and play to 600,000 people." This comment highlighted the band's focus on their continued success as a live act, regardless of album sales.
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