Beck
Beck · 2001
42 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · soul
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres, weaving together funk, rock, and hip-hop into an eclectic sonic tapestry.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes wave-like pacing with peaks playful irreverence throughout tracks
- Context
- In 2001, Beck was riding high after the commercial success of his previous album 'Odelay' (1996) and was transitioning into a more experimental phase. This self-titled EP followed several successful albums and showcased his ability to fuse diverse musical styles while maintaining a unique artistic identity.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, soul
Beck is an EP by Beck, released in 2001. A kaleidoscopic blend of genres, weaving together funk, rock, and hip-hop into an eclectic sonic tapestry. This EP is notable for its adventurous production and genre-blurring sound, influencing subsequent alternative artists in the early 2000s. The track 'Sexx Laws' received significant airplay and contributed to Beck's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist, further solidifying his place in the alternative music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beck sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres, weaving together funk, rock, and hip-hop into an eclectic sonic tapestry. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Beck by Beck notable?
This EP is notable for its adventurous production and genre-blurring sound, influencing subsequent alternative artists in the early 2000s. The track 'Sexx Laws' received significant airplay and contributed to Beck's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist, further solidifying his place in the alternative music landscape. In 2001, Beck was riding high after the commercial success of his previous album 'Odelay' (1996) and was transitioning into a more experimental phase. This self-titled EP followed several successful albums and showcased his ability to fuse diverse musical styles while maintaining a unique artistic identity.
Who is Beck for?
Beck works well if you're into dynamic exploration of soundscapes, wave-like pacing with peaks and playful irreverence throughout tracks.
How many songs are on Beck?
Beck has 8 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Arabian Nights 4:11
- 2 Dirty, Dirty Standout 4:38
- 3 Midnite Vultures Standout 7:17
- 4 Mixed Bizness (Latin mix) 4:57
- 5 Mixed Bizness (Hardmixn remix) 6:16
- 6 Salt in the Wound (1999 version) 3:24
- 7 Sexx Laws (Malibu mix) Standout 6:52
- 8 Zatyricon 5:13
Release Date
February 12, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 48 sec
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