| 1 | War (First Try) | 4:09 |
| 2 | Figured Out | 2:05 |
| 3 | Plain Parade | 3:31 |
| 4 | Laika | 1:20 |
| 5 | Pooh Song | 3:15 |
| 6 | Mr. Crowley | 2:35 |
| 7 | Emmerdale | 2:25 |
| 8 | The Boys Are Back In Town | 4:04 |
| 9 | Carnival (Puck Version) | 2:52 |
| 10 | Nasty Sunny Beam | 2:54 |
| 11 | Iron Man (First Try) | 3:39 |
| 12 | Blah Blah Blah | 3:00 |
| 13 | Losers (First Try) | 3:16 |
| 14 | Country Hell | 2:47 |
| 15 | After All | 2:37 |
| 16 | Cocktail Party Bloody Cocktail Party | 15:46 |
The Other Side of the Moon is a definitive early-career compilation from the iconic Swedish quintet The Cardigans. Released on December 5, 1997, via Stockholm Records, this Japan-exclusive CD release captures the band during their meteoric rise following the global success of First Band on the Moon.
Led by the distinct, crystalline vocals of Nina Persson and the sophisticated arrangements of Peter Svensson, this collection showcases the band's evolution from "pre-hippie lounge" aesthetics to the polished, melodic alternative pop that made them national treasures. While the band would later transition into the moody rock of Gran Turismo, this 1997 compilation celebrates their most eclectic and "light-touch" era.
Key Highlights:
- Original Lineup: Features the classic Jönköping quintet, including Magnus Sveningsson, Bengt Lagerberg, and Lars-Olof Johansson.
- Era-Specific Sound: A perfect snapshot of the band's mid-90s output, blending jazzbo guitar, vintage keyboards, and subversive lyrical themes.
- Authentic Label Release: Published by Stockholm Records, the primary home for the band's most successful studio albums.
For collectors and fans of 90s pop-rock, The Other Side of the Moon serves as an essential companion piece to their studio discography, highlighting the depth and versatility of one of Sweden's greatest musical exports.
