The Greatest brings together the essential solo work of Ian Brown, charting his evolution from Stone Roses frontman to boundary‑pushing alternative icon. Spanning singles, key album tracks and collaborations with UNKLE and Noel Gallagher, the compilation highlights Brown’s blend of indie‑rock, electronic textures and hypnotic grooves. Released in 2005, this 2×LP set offers a definitive overview of his most influential solo era.

Track Listing

1. My Star (Album Version)
2. Corpses In Their Mouths (Album Version)
3. Can’t See Me (Bacon & Quarmby Remix)
4. Be There – UNKLE feat. Ian Brown
5. Love Like A Fountain (Single Version)
6. Dolphins Were Monkeys (Single Version)
7. Golden Gaze (Single Version)
8. F.E.A.R. (Album Version)
9. Whispers (Album Version)
10. Forever And A Day (The Greatest Version)
11. Keep What Ya Got (Album Version)
12. Time Is My Everything (Album Version)
13. Longsight M13 (Album Version)
14. Reign – UNKLE feat. Ian Brown
15. Lovebug (The Greatest Version)
16. All Ablaze (Album Version)
17. Return Of The Fisherman (Album Version)

Features

• 2005 European 2×LP compilation
• Includes collaborations with UNKLE and Noel Gallagher
• Features key singles and album versions from Brown’s solo career
• Polydor / Fiction Records pressing

Information
Label: Polydor – 987 289‑0 / Fiction Records – 987 298‑0
Catalog Number: 987 289‑0
Barcode: N/A
Country: Europe
Released: September 12, 2005
Genre: Electronic / Rock
Style: Indie Rock / Alternative Rock
Format: 2 × LP, Compilation