Released November 2, 2004 Length 118:58 Release date 2 November 2004 Genre Alternative rock | Recorded 1996–2000 Artist Switchfoot Label Rethink | |
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The Early Years 1997–2000
(2004) Nothing Is Sound
(2005) Similar Best of Bootlegs Vol 1, New Way to Be Human, The Legend of Chin, The Best Yet: Live, The Best Yet | ||
The Early Years: 1997–2000 is a three-disc set consisting of the first three albums by alternative rock band Switchfoot. This set was released after the band's meteoric rise to mainstream popularity with the double-platinum breakthrough The Beautiful Letdown. The Early Years is seen as an introduction to Switchfoot's earlier material for fans who were introduced to the band with The Beautiful Letdown.
The three discs on this compilation were the original pressings of The Legend of Chin, New Way to Be Human, and Learning to Breathe. The original booklets and artwork are also included in the double jewel case that houses the entire collection.
The Early Years has been certified RIAA Gold, with total sales of over 500,000 copies.
Songs
1Bomb2:45
2Chem 6A3:11
3Underwater