1: Rising Sun (04:40) 2: After Dark (02:58) 3: Hanging Out In California (04:25) 4: The House That Love Built (04:10) 5: Wasted Years (04:22) 6: Motorcycle Girl (04:27) 7: Flor De Mal (03:40) 8: The Strange Face Of Love (05:53) 9: Bed Of Lies (03:37) 10: Small Town Love (03:58) 11: Don't Throw Stones (03:54)
Description:
The Best Of by Cruzados, released 5 April 2024.
This version of The Best Of comes as a 1xCD. -
"Best Of Cruzados" is a CD anthology that captures the raw energy, melodic edge and cinematic flair of Cruzados, a cult roots-rock and cow-punk band that made its mark with a passionate blend of rock, blues, punk attitude and Southwestern atmosphere. This compilation brings together key tracks from their most memorable creative phases, offering a powerful overview of their hook-laden songwriting, gritty guitars and emotionally charged vocals. It's the ideal entry point for new listeners and a must-have retrospective for long-time fans who want the essential Cruzados sound collected on one disc. Carefully sequenced, the album flows like a live set, showcasing both hard-hitting rockers and moodier mid-tempo songs that highlight the band's storytelling.
Cruzados emerged from the vibrant Los Angeles scene with a style that bridged punk clubs and Americana stages, building a reputation for intense performances and a uniquely cinematic rock sound. Over the years they cultivated a loyal following, shared stages with established rock acts and earned critical praise for their mix of toughness and emotional depth. Their songs, often characterized by memorable choruses and atmospheric guitar work, helped cement their status as one of the notable cult bands in the American roots-rock underground.
The CD format underlines the collector's appeal of "Best Of Cruzados": a tangible, album-oriented experience that invites listeners to rediscover the band's catalogue from start to finish, track by track. It's perfect for traditional CD collectors, fans of classic rock presentation and anyone who values having a physical, archival document of a band's key work.
RUM BAR Records is an independent label known for its dedication to rock 'n' roll in all its vibrant forms, with a strong focus on garage rock, punk, power pop and roots-inspired guitar music. The label has gained recognition among connoisseurs for carefully curated releases that honour both classic sounds and contemporary bands carrying the torch. With "Best Of Cruzados", RUM BAR underscores its reputation as a label that preserves and champions authentic, guitar-driven rock for a passionate international fan base.