They used to be know as that “other Irish band” – you know, the one without Bono. Those days are long gone however, and Snow Patrol are a force to be reckoned with, commanding a loyal legion of fans the world over.
We caught up with the guys at a recent show at New York City’s Beacon Theater, and talked about life, the evolving sound of their music, and their new double “best of” album Up To Now. Listen in to hear what the guys had to say.
This interview covered a lot of ground – here’s Snow Patrol on:
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…the meaning behind the title for Up To Now
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…choosing the songs for Up To Now
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…the evolving sound of Snow Patrol
REVIEW OF REVIEWS
The 30-track collection comprises of material from the band’s 15 year history. Besides fan favourites, the double-disc set also boasts covers, rare songs and 3 brand new recordings.
Fans have the option of a 2 CD set, a triple disc package (featuring the 2 CDs plus a DVD), or a limited edition box set – holding 2 CDs, 2 DVDs, a booklet and a print.
TRACKLIST
CD1
1. Chocolate
2. Chasing Cars
3. Crack The Shutters
4. Set The Fire To The Third Bar
5. Crazy In Love
6. Just Say Yes
7. Batten Down The Hatch
8. You’re All I Have
9. Hands Open
10. Cartwheels
11. The Planets Bend Between Us (2009 Version)
12. Ask Me How I Am
13. On-Off
14. Making Enemies
15. Run (Live at the Union Chapel)
CD2
1. Take Back the City
2. Shut Your Eyes
3. An Olive Grove Facing The Sea (2009 Version)
4. Run
5. Give Me Strength
6. Signal Fire
7. Spitting Games
8. Open Your Eyes
9. Dark Roman Wine
10. Fifteen Minutes Old
11. You Are My Joy
12. Golden Floor
13. Starfighter Pilot
14. PPP
15. Chasing Cars (Live at the Union Chapel)
VIDEOS
