Doves Lost Sides CD - Import

The Doves' LOST SIDES is a 2003 compilation including B-sides and rarities.

Limited edition release contains bonus track with seven rare and previously unreleased remixed tracks.

Not to be confused with the limited-edition promotional album of the same name, Lost Sides is a double disc of B-sides, rarities, and remixes from Doves' outstanding first two albums, Lost Souls and The Last Broadcast. Die-hard fans will most likely own tracks such as "Zither," "Valley," "Northenden," and "Willow's Song" from previous single releases, but Lost Sides offers more than your typical B-disc. The loyalist and the casual listener will enjoy the structure of Lost Sides because Doves is one of those bands that doesn't seem to write songs of filler quality. If anything, Lost Sides reaffirms the power of Doves' dream pop sound while remembering the beauty of their first two albums. The songs included here could have very well ended up on either record, because they are that good. From the gospel redesign of "Satellites [Soulsavers Remix]" and the building hope of "The Sulphur Man [Rebelski Remix]" to the Madchester-like pop moment of "Your Shadow Lay Across My Life" and the free soul of "Down to Sea," one cannot deny the real rock & roll spirit of Doves. Lost Sides is a fine collection for old and new fans alike, a definitive must-have for all Doves completists. ~ MacKenzie Wilson

Released as a promotional vehicle for Lost Souls by Heavenly in a run of only 1,250 copies, Lost Sides collects 12 songs that didn't make it onto Doves' debut album. All of the songs on the collection would see release across the various singles extracted from Lost Souls. Unlike many a Brit-pop B-side collection, Lost Sides doesn't really work that well as a cohesive whole. Some of the songs are variations on album cuts, others kind of meander in stifled or dated grooves, and two or three tracks are obvious throwaways. But enough charm peaks out of the corners to elevate a number of the songs and make Lost Sides or the singles worthwhile. The bombastic anthemic rock of "Darker" sees Doves at their most aggressive, experimenting with vibes reminiscent of Talk Talk. These vibes continue on "Meet Me at the Pier," as edgy guitar jabs contrast most pleasantly with Jimi Goodwin's sweet humming. "Valley" and "Your Shadow Lay Across My Life" both would have been fine fits on Lost Souls, as both songs feature the band's trademark swirling bombast and strong melodies. Perhaps best of all, and not really indicative of the band's usual sonic territory, is "Acoustic No. 1," which features dynamic chugging acoustic guitars that simply and delightfully embed themselves into one's brain for the remainder of the day. Lost Sides certainly isn't essential listening for casual fans, and even hardcore fans won't be that impressed, since nothing to be found here represents the band at the top of its game. But the collection is pleasant enough while it lasts. ~ Tim DiGravina

Limited edition 19-track double-disc edition of this album of rarities & B-sides. Having only released two albums at the time, it's a sign of the Manchester trio Doves' undeniable talent that they had enough solid material in the vaults to make Lost Sides, this compilation of B-sides is worth every penny. Tracking the underbelly of the Doves' singles catalogue, it's laced with class-A marvels such as the brooding anthem 'Darker' & the shimmering fairy-tale ambience of 'Zither' from the rare 'Cedar' EP. Doves have delivered an album of off-cuts that will delight fans while humbling their peers. This limited edition double disc features a bonus disc with seven additional B-Sides and rarities; 'Words' (Echoboy Remix), 'N.Y.' (Chris Coco Remix), 'M62 Song' (Four Tet Remix), 'The Sulphur Man' (Rebelski Remix), 'The Last Broadcast' (Magnet Remix), 'Where We're Calling From' (Hebden Bridge Remix) and 'Satellites' (Soulsavers Remix). EMI. 2003.