as in anthology
a collection of writings
the poet bound a compilation of her best work into a single volume
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Most of those are streaming equivalents, as his compilation isn’t selling like it once did—though that’s common for projects like his.
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Nicholas Pedroza, of Astro Nick and Bedridden, has also organized a benefit compilation to support the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 17 Jan. 2025
The album’s popularity soared this month after thousands of emotional listeners posted video and photo compilations to the song, which is about reflecting on memories with loved ones.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
It was followed by several other compilation discs, including the now-out-of-print three-CD box set Across the Great Divide.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Nicholas Pedroza, of Astro Nick and Bedridden, has also organized a benefit compilation to support the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 17 Jan. 2025
The album’s popularity soared this month after thousands of emotional listeners posted video and photo compilations to the song, which is about reflecting on memories with loved ones.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
It was followed by several other compilation discs, including the now-out-of-print three-CD box set Across the Great Divide.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
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