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Blissed Out

The Beloved · 1991

70 min · 11 tracks · new wave · techno

A euphoric blend of dreamy synths and infectious beats that invites listeners to lose themselves in blissful grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dreamy, euphoric soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • uplifting, blissful vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Blissed Out' came as The Beloved's follow-up to their debut album, 'Happiness'. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the UK rave scene, capitalizing on their emerging popularity and developing a distinctive sound that melded new wave with techno influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Cabaret Voltaire· Duran Duran· Roxy Music

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Up, Up and Away (Happy Sexy mix) 7:08
  • 2 Hello (Honky Tonk) 6:10
  • 3 Wake Up Soon (Something to Believe in) 6:14
  • 4 Time After Time (Muffin mix) 6:18
  • 5 Pablo (Special K dub) 4:57
  • 6 The Sun Rising (Norty's Spago mix) 7:04
  • 7 It's Alright Now (Back to Basics) 5:35
  • 8 Your Love Takes Me Higher (Calyx of Isis) 10:44
  • 9 Up, Up and Away (Beautiful Balloon mix) 6:51
  • 10 Hello (What's All This Then?) 4:34
  • 11 The Sun Rising (Danny's 'Love Is...' mix) 4:28

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