Rarities is a compilation album by the Australian punk rock band The Living End. Released in 2008 by EMI Music Australia, the album serves as a collection of various B-sides, non-album tracks, live recordings, and cover versions that were previously only available on single releases or as bonus tracks on international editions of their studio albums.
Background and Content Rarities was conceived as a way to provide fans with easier access to material that had not been widely available. The compilation spans different periods of The Living End's career, showcasing the band's versatility through a mix of original songs that did not make it onto their main studio albums, live performances of their hits, and cover versions of songs by other artists. It offers a comprehensive look at the band's output beyond their commercially released studio albums, highlighting their prolific songwriting and dynamic live presence. The tracklist includes unique recordings that demonstrate the band's evolving musical style and influences throughout their career up to its release.
Release The album was released exclusively in Australia, making it a significant release for dedicated fans of The Living End who sought to complete their collection of the band's recorded works.