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100° and Rising

Incognito · 1995

67 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and soul that invites listeners to dance and reflect simultaneously.

Why this album works

'100° and Rising' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 18 on the UK Albums Chart and reinforcing the acid jazz genre's popularity in the mid-90s. The album received critical acclaim for its sophisticated blend of styles, influencing subsequent artists within the genre and beyond.
Best for
danceable grooves with reflective moments wave-like pacing encourages engagement dynamic progression through emotional themes
Context
In 1995, Incognito was solidifying its place in the acid jazz movement with '100° and Rising', their third studio album. This release followed their successful album 'Positivity', which had established them as a key player in the genre. The band was gaining international recognition, especially in the UK and Europe, during this creative peak.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Where Did We Go Wrong 5:41
  • 2 Good Love Standout 5:45
  • 3 One Hundred and Rising Standout 5:56
  • 4 Roots (Back to a Way of Life) Standout 5:41
  • 5 Everyday 4:50
  • 6 Too Far Gone 2:35
  • 7 After the Fall 3:29
  • 8 Spellbound and Speechless 5:31
  • 9 I Hear Your Name 6:53
  • 10 Barmumba 4:56
  • 11 Millenium 6:16
  • 12 Time Has Come 4:00
  • 13 Jacob’s Ladder 6:05

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