A Lively Mind cover

Released 20 years ago this June

A Lively Mind

Paul Oakenfold · 2006

62 min · 12 tracks · trance

A vibrant fusion of trance beats and pop sensibilities, pulsating with energy and euphoria.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • pulsating energy for dancing
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • euphoric moments of release
  • for late-night parties

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in June 2006, 'A Lively Mind' was Paul Oakenfold's first studio album in five years, following his 2001 effort 'Bunkka.' At this point in his career, Oakenfold was transitioning from a celebrated DJ into a more mainstream artist, aiming to establish himself in the broader music scene beyond just electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors
Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond· Paul van Dyk

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Faster Kill Pussycat 3:14
  • 2 No Compromise 3:45
  • 3 Sex ’n’ Money 5:58
  • 4 Switch On 4:05
  • 5 Amsterdam 5:40
  • 6 Set It Off 4:17
  • 7 The Way I Feel 5:25
  • 8 Praise the Lord 4:13
  • 9 Save the Last Trance for Me 7:49
  • 10 Not Over 8:50
  • 11 Vulnerable 5:55
  • 12 Feed Your Mind 2:56

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata