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Adrian Thaws

Tricky · 2014

38 min · 13 tracks · electronic · trip hop · experimental hip-hop

A haunting blend of trip-hop grooves and introspective lyrics, wrapped in a smoky haze of electronic texture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with quiet moments
  • introspective listening in solitude
  • haunting grooves for deep reflection
  • short tracks for quick immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party energy
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2014, 'Adrian Thaws' marked Tricky's return to form after a decade of fluctuating commercial success. This album followed his 2010 release, 'Mixed Race', and showcased a renewed artistic vision, blending his classic sound with contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Massive Attack· Portishead· DJ Shadow

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sun Down 3:40
  • 2 Lonnie Listen 3:15
  • 3 Something in the Way 3:24
  • 4 Keep Me in Your Shake 3:27
  • 5 The Unloved (skit) 1:09
  • 6 Nicotine Love 3:06
  • 7 Gangster Chronicle 2:59
  • 8 I Had a Dream 2:38
  • 9 My Palestine Girl 3:32
  • 10 Why Don't You 3:32
  • 11 Silly Games 3:36
  • 12 Right Here 2:58
  • 13 Silver Tongue - When You Go 0:48

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