Under The Iron Sea [20th Anniversary Edition] (2026)

"In the two years that followed the release of their debut album, Keane established themselves as a promising part of the mainstream rock canon. Hit singles like "Somewhere Only We Know," "Bedshaped," and "Everybody's Changing" made "Hopes And Fears" a transatlantic hit, earning the trio two Brit Awards, a Grammy nomination, and a host of sold-out world tours. Critics deemed them as likeable and as accessible as Coldplay, but Keane's return isn't as buoyant as their initial introduction, even if it keeps melody at the forefront. Whereas "Hopes And Fears" faced uncertainty head on with joyous enthusiasm, "Under The Iron Sea" is a darker, less romantic set of songs affected by a disenchanted outlook on life and the world's problems. Keane's members feel the frustration of a world torn apart by war, but they also express their own growing pains as a group. In the years since its release, this sophomore gem has finally earned its rightful place as an undeniable classic. For the album's 20th anniversary, an era-compiling collection was issued to celebrate its enduring power. In addition to the remastered original, all b-sides are collected -- including the stellar "Let It Slide," which should have been on the album proper -- alongside multiple demos and song sketches. A trio of Keane-ified covers of classics by the Cult, Queen/David Bowie, and Depeche Mode are a highlight; they also offer insight into the direction they would head on Iron Sea's follow-up, "Perfect Symmetry". Rounding out the collection, a third disc features live, acoustic, and radio session recordings, including collaborations with Rufus Wainwright and The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon. It's a complete view of a period in the band's history that was perhaps misunderstood upon release, but, with the passage of time, has revealed itself to be an artistic peak." (AllMusic; rating originele uitgave: 4,5 uit 5 sterren!)

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