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The B-Side Collection
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| Released | December 18, 2007 | |||
| Recorded | 2006–2007 | |||
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| Genre | Pop rock | |||
| Length | 25:17 | |||
| Label | A&M Octone | |||
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The B-Side Collection is a compilation album by pop rock band Maroon 5, released on December 18, 2007. The album is a compilation of seven songs that were originally only released on single B-sides, or as international or store bought bonuses on the album. The album peaked at number 51 in the U.S. Billboard 200 in its first week of release.[1]
Background
[edit]Production
[edit]Maroon 5 recorded over a dozen songs for their second studio album It Won't Be Soon Before Long. After finalizing the final track listing of the album, many songs were left out, including favorites of lead singer Adam Levine.[2] While promoting the album in the United States and Mexico the group decided to release seven of the unreleased tracks to the public.[citation needed] Label A&M/Octone spoke with Levine about releasing a deluxe version of It Won't Be Soon Before Long since sales were positive at that time. The studio had many meetings with iTunes and by the final week of November they decided to release seven tracks cut from It Won't Be Soon Before Long.
Release and promotion
[edit]The album was heavily promoted on the iTunes Store and official Apple website. The entire album was streamed on Apple Inc.'s website, beginning on December 12, 2007, a week before the album's North American release date.
After the main promotion for It Won't Be Soon Before Long and its singles, Maroon 5 released a music video for the track "Story" in 2009. The video was directed by Bob Carmichael and was mainly released to raise awareness for the Harlem Children's Zone. The music video is mainly an animated slideshow of Maroon 5 during the It Won't Be Soon Before Long Tour and its various stops.[3] The video won for the 31st annual of People's Telly Awards in 2010.[4][5]
Album performance
[edit]This is the second album released exclusively on iTunes by Maroon 5, the first one was the Limited Set (iTunes Exclusive) which was removed from the iTunes Store in early 2004. The B-Side Collection has been well received by both critics and fans, the album peaked at number 51 at the Billboard 200 and is a huge success on the iTunes Stores, on its first day of release the album went from number 96 to 6 on the American iTunes Store, and at the Canadian store it went from 56 to 19.
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Story" (from "Makes Me Wonder" and "Wake Up Call" single) |
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| 4:27 |
| 2. | "Miss You, Love You" (from "Won't Go Home Without You" single) |
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| 3:09 |
| 3. | "Until You're Over Me" (from UK, Australia and Japan editions of It Won't Be Soon Before Long) |
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| 3:17 |
| 4. | "Losing My Mind" (from "Wake Up Call" single) |
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| 3:21 |
| 5. | "The Way I Was" (from "Makes Me Wonder" single) |
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| 4:20 |
| 6. | "Figure It Out" (US iTunes bonus track from It Won't Be Soon Before Long) |
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| 3:00 |
| 7. | "Infatuation" (Bonus track from It Won't Be Soon Before Long) |
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| 4:27 |
| Total length: | 25:17 | |||
Personnel
[edit]Credits for The B-Side Collection are adapted from the liner notes for It Won't Be Soon Before Long and its singles.[6]
- Adam Levine - lead vocals, rhythm and lead guitars
- Jesse Carmichael - keyboards, rhythm guitar, backing vocals
- Mickey Madden - bass guitar
- James Valentine - lead and rhythm guitars
- Matt Flynn - drums, percussions
Additional Musicians
[edit]- Eric Gorfain - string arrangement (track 7)
- Lenny Castro - percussion (track 7)
- The Section Quartet - strings (track 7)
- Adam MacDougall - additional keyboards (track 7)
Production
[edit]- Ryan Dusick - Musical Director
- Jason Lader - production, recording, mixing (tracks 1, 2 & 5)
- Mark "Spike" Stent - production, recording (tracks 3, 4, 6 & 7) mixing (tracks 4, 6 & 7)
- Mike Elizondo - production (tracks 3, 4 & 7); drum programming (track 7)
- Mark Endert - mixing (track 3)[7]
- Adam Hawkins - Pro-Tools engineer (tracks 3, 4, 7)
- Eric "Dream" Weaver - assistant engineer (tracks 3 & 7)
- Jay Goin - assistant engineer (tracks 3 & 7)
- Doug Johnson - digital editing (track 3)
- Erik Swanson - digital editing (track 3)
- Alex Dromgoole - assistant mixing engineer (tracks 4 & 7)
- David Emery - assistant mixing engineer (tracks 4 & 7)
- Tony Adams - percussion technician (track 7)
- Ross Garfield - percussion technician (track 7)
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2007) | Peak position |
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| US Billboard 200[8] | 51 |
References
[edit]- ^ Billboard Album Charts - Top 200 Albums - Music Retail Sales
- ^ Maroon 5's Adam Levine Shares His Favorite Mp3s, including Amy Winehouse : Rolling Stone
- ^ "Maroon 5 – Story". YouTube. November 16, 2009. Archived from the original on December 21, 2021.
- ^ "Music video wins six Telly Awards". BizWest. July 13, 2010. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ "photoGraphicvideo". Bob Carmichael.com. December 31, 2012. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ It Won't Be Soon Before Long. A&M Octone. May 16, 2007.
- ^ Until You're Over Me. A&M Octone. 2007.
- ^ "Maroon 5 Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2019.
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The B-Side Collection
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Background and development
Conception
The B-Side Collection originated from tracks recorded during the 2006–2007 sessions for Maroon 5's second studio album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, which were excluded from the final track listing. These outtakes, including "Story" released as the B-side to the single "Makes Me Wonder" in 2007 and "Until You're Over Me" paired with "If I Never See Your Face Again," captured the band's evolving pop-rock sound during that era.[2][5] In late 2007, the collection was compiled for release by A&M/Octone Records in a digital-only format, resulting in an iTunes exclusive on December 18, 2007.[2][1]Relation to prior work
The B-Side Collection serves as a compilation of outtakes from Maroon 5's second studio album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2007), featuring seven tracks that were recorded during the same sessions but excluded from the final album release.[2] These songs, including "Story," "Miss You Love You," and "Infatuation," were initially deemed unsuitable for the main album's tracklist, emerging instead as non-LP B-sides to support the promotion of singles from It Won't Be Soon Before Long.[6] This collection ties directly into Maroon 5's evolution following their debut album Songs About Jane (2002), which blended pop rock with R&B and soul elements rooted in personal, relationship-themed narratives. By the time of It Won't Be Soon Before Long, the band had shifted toward a more electric, pop-infused rock sound, incorporating broader influences like funk and dance to expand their mainstream appeal and crossover potential.[7] The B-sides reflect this transitional phase, capturing experimental tracks that aligned with the album's production but were set aside to maintain a cohesive 12-track structure focused on high-energy hits.[2] Many of these tracks first appeared as promotional bonuses, included on international editions of It Won't Be Soon Before Long or as B-sides to singles like "Makes Me Wonder" and "Wake Up Call" in various markets, enhancing global distribution efforts without altering the core U.S. album.[6] For instance, songs such as "The Way I Was" and "Figure It Out" were bundled in store-specific or regional deluxe versions, serving as incentives for fans and helping to sustain momentum from the album's chart-topping success. This approach underscored Maroon 5's strategy to leverage outtakes for extended market penetration during the late 2000s pop-rock era.[7]Production
Recording process
The tracks comprising The B-Side Collection were recorded during the same sessions as Maroon 5's second studio album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, which spanned from mid-2006 to early 2007 following the band's extended tour in support of their debut album.[8] These sessions involved collaboration with multiple producers, including Mike Elizondo and Mark "Spike" Stent initially, followed by Eric Valentine for incorporating live elements on certain album tracks and Mark Endert for final mixes on key tracks.[8] The band prioritized live instrumentation to capture a vibrant pop-rock sound, emphasizing collective band dynamics through simultaneous tracking of drums, bass, and guitars, while highlighting Adam Levine's lead vocals as a central feature.[8] Much of the work occurred at The Mansion, a historic studio in Los Angeles where band members like keyboardist Jesse Carmichael resided during production to foster creative immersion.[9] Several tracks originated as initial demos intended for singles or evolved from material initially considered for the main album but ultimately set aside as outtakes, such as "Story," which served as the B-side to "Makes Me Wonder" and later "Wake Up Call."[2] This approach allowed for quicker turnaround on these supplementary recordings compared to the more deliberate refinement of album cuts, aligning with the B-sides' role in supporting single releases.[2]Key personnel and studios
The recording sessions for The B-Side Collection utilized several prominent studios in California, including The Mansion in Los Angeles, where initial demos and creative development occurred. Additional work took place at Conway Recording Studios in Hollywood, Glenwood Place Studios in Burbank, and Phantom Studios in Westlake Village.[10] These sessions overlapped with production for the band's second studio album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, from which the collection's tracks were ultimately excluded.[2] Key production roles were filled by Jason Lader, who served as primary producer for tracks such as "Story," "Miss You Love You," and "The Way I Was."[11] Mark Stent contributed as producer on multiple tracks, including "Until You're Over Me," "Losing My Mind," "Figure It Out," and "Infatuation," and as mixer on "Losing My Mind," "Figure It Out," and "Infatuation."[11] Mike Elizondo provided additional production support on "Until You're Over Me," "Losing My Mind," and "Infatuation."[11] The band Maroon 5 is credited as co-producer across all tracks.[11] The core band members handled primary instrumentation: Adam Levine on lead vocals and guitar, James Valentine on guitar, Mickey Madden on bass, Matt Flynn on drums, and Jesse Carmichael on keyboards.[12] Additional musicians included Eric Gorfain, who arranged the strings for "Infatuation," and Lenny Castro, who played percussion on the same track.[10]Release
Commercial distribution
The B-Side Collection was released on December 18, 2007, exclusively as a digital EP through the iTunes Store.[2][13] Comprising seven tracks with a total runtime of approximately 26 minutes, the compilation had no physical edition and served as a digital-only offering.[1] Initially focused on the U.S. and Canadian markets via iTunes, the album later expanded to global availability on streaming services including Spotify and [Apple Music](/page/Apple Music).[3] This release marked the second iTunes-exclusive project for Maroon 5, following their earlier Limited Set EP.[14]Promotion and media
The B-Side Collection was released exclusively through the iTunes Store on December 18, 2007, positioning it as a special holiday season offering for Maroon 5 fans seeking additional material from the band's recent work.[2] This digital-only strategy emphasized accessibility and immediacy, with the EP available for streaming on Apple's website starting December 12, 2007, prior to purchase to encourage downloads.[1][14] Unlike major releases, the collection did not spawn official singles or support extensive tours, keeping the focus on digital engagement.[13]Musical content
Style and themes
The B-Side Collection exemplifies Maroon 5's pop rock genre, incorporating funk and soul influences that align with the band's sound during their 2007 era.[1] The tracks blend modern pop and R&B motifs with rock elements, creating a polished aesthetic suitable for radio play.[2] Prominent guitar riffs and Adam Levine's signature falsetto vocals drive the production, emphasizing catchy hooks over experimental structures.[2] Lyrically, the collection explores themes of relationships, heartbreak, and infatuation, often delving into emotional turmoil and longing. For instance, "Miss You, Love You" conveys the scars and uncertainty of a strained partnership, highlighting infatuation amid difficulty.[15] Similarly, "Losing My Mind" addresses introspection and obsession following a breakup, portraying loneliness and depressive struggles.[16] These motifs recur across the songs, fostering a narrative of relational vulnerability. As a compilation of B-sides, the album functions as a cohesive "mini-album" of rejected tracks, with songs averaging 3 to 4 minutes in length to prioritize memorable choruses.[1] The collection demonstrates internal evolution, shifting from upbeat reflections on moving on in "Until You're Over Me"—which grapples with post-breakup pain despite its energetic tone—to more melancholic introspection in "The Way I Was," where the narrator confronts lovesick regrets and past comforts.[17][18] This progression mirrors the relational themes while maintaining stylistic unity akin to the band's It Won't Be Soon Before Long.[19]Track listing
The B-Side Collection is a compilation of seven non-LP B-side tracks by Maroon 5, with a total length of 25:56.[2]| No. | Title | Length | Writer(s) |
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| 1 | "Story" | 4:29 | Levine, Carmichael[20] |
| 2 | "Miss You, Love You" | 3:10 | Levine, Carmichael[15] |
| 3 | "Until You're Over Me" | 3:15 | Levine, Valentine[21] |
| 4 | "Losing My Mind" | 3:20 | Levine, Carmichael[22] |
| 5 | "The Way I Was" | 4:18 | Levine[23] |
| 6 | "Figure It Out" | 2:59 | Levine[24] |
| 7 | "Infatuation" | 4:25 | Levine[25] |
Credits and personnel
Core musicians
The core musicians for The B-Side Collection were the standard Maroon 5 lineup from their 2007 era, which featured the band's primary members performing on all tracks.[26] These B-sides were recorded during sessions overlapping with their second studio album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, utilizing the same instrumental ensemble without additional core contributors beyond the group.[27] Lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Adam Levine provided the primary vocals and rhythm guitar parts across every track, shaping the album's melodic and rhythmic foundation with his signature falsetto and guitar work.[26] James Valentine handled lead guitar duties and contributed backing vocals, adding intricate guitar solos and harmonies that enhanced the pop-rock arrangements, as heard in tracks like "Story" and "The Way I Was."[26] On bass guitar, Mickey Madden delivered the low-end grooves essential to the band's sound, maintaining steady lines that supported the upbeat tempos throughout the collection.[26] Matt Flynn, who had recently joined as the permanent drummer in 2006, played drums and percussion, providing dynamic beats and fills that drove the energy on songs such as "Until You're Over Me."[26] Completing the core ensemble, Jesse Carmichael performed on keyboards and piano while also offering backing vocals, incorporating atmospheric synths and piano accents that added depth to the tracks' emotional layers, particularly in ballads like "Losing My Mind."[26] No guest musicians were integrated as core performers; the focus remained on this quintet, reflecting Maroon 5's collaborative band dynamic during their mid-2000s evolution.[26]Production team
The production of The B-Side Collection involved a team of external specialists who contributed to various aspects of the recording and post-production process. Primary producers included Jason Lader, who handled "Story" (track 1), "Miss You Love You" (track 2), and "The Way I Was" (track 5); Mark "Spike" Stent, responsible for "Until You're Over Me" (track 3), "Losing My Mind" (track 4), "Figure It Out" (track 6), and "Infatuation" (track 7); and Mike Elizondo, who contributed production elements to "Losing My Mind" and "Infatuation".[6][2][10] Engineering duties were primarily managed by Jason Lader on his produced tracks, with recording and Pro-Tools engineering support from Adam Hawkins on several songs. Mark "Spike" Stent served as mixer and recorder for the majority of the tracks, including sessions conducted at locations such as The Mansion in London. Mark Endert also mixed "Until You're Over Me".[10][6] Additional specialists featured Eric Gorfain, who arranged and conducted strings on "Infatuation" (performed by The Section Quartet), and Lenny Castro, who provided percussion on "Infatuation" and other tracks. Assistant engineers included Eric "Dream" Weaver and Jay Goin, while mixing assistants were Alex Dromgoole and David Emery. The collection was mastered by Ted Jensen at Sterling Sound.[10][28]Commercial performance
Chart positions
The B-Side Collection debuted on the U.S. Billboard 200 at number 51 during the week ending January 5, 2008, marking its peak position on the chart.[29] The album spent only one week on the Billboard 200 before dropping off.[29] On digital platforms, the album performed strongly due to its iTunes exclusivity. It rose from number 96 to number 6 on the U.S. iTunes Albums chart and from number 56 to number 19 on the Canadian iTunes Albums chart on its release day.[30] The compilation did not enter any other major international charts, such as those in the UK or Australia.[29]| Chart (2008) | Peak position |
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| US Billboard 200 | 51 |
| US iTunes Albums | 6 |
| Canadian iTunes Albums | 19 |