A Ruff Guide
Tricky · 2002
78 min · 19 tracks · electronic · trip hop · experimental hip-hop
An atmospheric blend of brooding beats, haunting vocals, and eclectic samples that define Tricky's unique sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- atmospheric background focus long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- By the time 'A Ruff Guide' was released in 2002, Tricky was transitioning from his initial breakthrough with 'Maxinquaye' and subsequent albums. This compilation captures his influential work during the late 1990s and early 2000s, showcasing tracks that solidified his status in the trip-hop genre while reflecting his evolving artistry.
- If you like
- electronic, trip hop, experimental hip-hop
A Ruff Guide is an album by Tricky, released in 2002. An atmospheric blend of brooding beats, haunting vocals, and eclectic samples that define Tricky's unique sound. 'A Ruff Guide' serves as a pivotal retrospective of Tricky's career, featuring hits like 'Black Steel' which received significant radio play. The album also played a crucial role in introducing new listeners to Tricky’s complex soundscape, solidifying his legacy within the experimental hip-hop scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Ruff Guide sound like?
An atmospheric blend of brooding beats, haunting vocals, and eclectic samples that define Tricky's unique sound. Rooted in electronic and trip hop.
What makes A Ruff Guide by Tricky notable?
'A Ruff Guide' serves as a pivotal retrospective of Tricky's career, featuring hits like 'Black Steel' which received significant radio play. The album also played a crucial role in introducing new listeners to Tricky’s complex soundscape, solidifying his legacy within the experimental hip-hop scene. By the time 'A Ruff Guide' was released in 2002, Tricky was transitioning from his initial breakthrough with 'Maxinquaye' and subsequent albums. This compilation captures his influential work during the late 1990s and early 2000s, showcasing tracks that solidified his status in the trip-hop genre while reflecting his evolving artistry.
Who is A Ruff Guide for?
A Ruff Guide works well if you're into atmospheric background focus, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on A Ruff Guide?
A Ruff Guide has 19 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Aftermath (version one) 5:04
- 2 Poems (edit) 4:16
- 3 For Real 3:31
- 4 Black Steel (radio edit) Standout 3:42
- 5 Pumpkin (edit) 4:07
- 6 Broken Homes 3:35
- 7 Wash My Soul 3:54
- 8 I Be the Prophet (With Drums) 4:56
- 9 Makes Me Wanna Die 4:04
- 10 Tricky Kid 4:13
- 11 Scrappy Love 3:14
- 12 Ponderosa (original 7" edit) 3:32
- 13 Christiansands 3:54
- 14 Hell Is Around the Corner Standout 3:47
- 15 Singing the Blues 3:30
- 16 Bubbles 3:28
- 17 Overcome Standout 3:47
- 18 Aftermath (I Could Be Looking for People remix) 5:13
- 19 Black Steel (In the Draw mix) 6:25
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
78 min 19 sec
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