Beat Up the NME – 60 Knockout Minutes Mixed by Fatboy Slim cover

Beat Up the NME – 60 Knockout Minutes Mixed by Fatboy Slim

Fatboy Slim · 1997

60 min · 20 tracks · techno

A frenetic blend of eclectic samples and infectious beats that captures the spirit of late '90s dance culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic mix for party energy
  • infectious beats for dancing
  • short tracks for quick bursts
  • wave-like pacing for flow
  • eclectic samples for adventurous listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • dislike upbeat, frenetic vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1997, Fatboy Slim was transitioning from his earlier work in the band The Housemartins to a successful solo career as a leading figure in the big beat genre. 'Beat Up the NME' followed his breakthrough album 'You've Come a Long Way, Baby' and showcased his unique mixing style, further solidifying his reputation in the electronic music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Chemical Brothers· Basement Jaxx· Moby

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Psyche Rock (Fatboy Slim Malpaso mix) 4:13
  • 2 G.B.H. 2:20
  • 3 Vol 1 Side 2 Track 2 3:12
  • 4 Fixy Jointy 2:22
  • 5 Fly Life 2:57
  • 6 Saturnalia 1:31
  • 7 Lion in the Hall 3:38
  • 8 R.I.P. Groove 2:07
  • 9 Booty Beats 4:21
  • 10 The Prophet 3:32
  • 11 Big Time 1:35
  • 12 Hype the Funk 3:35
  • 13 Volume 1 3:22
  • 14 Say That 2:28
  • 15 Trials of Life (Fishead instrumental) 2:16
  • 16 One Man Banned 2:59
  • 17 Out of Hand 2:22
  • 18 Hit the Tarmac 3:12
  • 19 Post Punk Progressive 2:33
  • 20 Give Me My Auger Back 5:27

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