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Blow Your Headphones

The Herbaliser · 1997

72 min · 18 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and funk that invites listeners to groove and reflect in equal measure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • groovy reflective moments
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Blow Your Headphones' marked The Herbaliser's second album, following their debut 'Remedy'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the UK hip-hop scene, showcasing an evolution in sound with more intricate arrangements and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Bonobo· Jazzyfatnastees· Amon Tobin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Opening Credits 1:29
  • 2 The Blend 4:46
  • 3 Another Mother 6:47
  • 4 Excuse Me 1:11
  • 5 Ginger Jumps the Fence 5:01
  • 6 Put It on Tape 3:42
  • 7 New + Improved 3:58
  • 8 Mr. Chombee Has the Flaw 4:17
  • 9 Intermission 1:01
  • 10 Saturday Night 5:06
  • 11 Shocker Zulu 5:15
  • 12 Hardcore 4:30
  • 13 Shortys’ Judgement 5:45
  • 14 More Styles 1:40
  • 15 A Mother (For Your Mind) 6:37
  • 16 Bring It 3:59
  • 17 Theme From Control Centre (reprise) 4:40
  • 18 End Credits 2:15

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