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Born Slippy

Underworld · 1995

56 min · 7 tracks · synth-pop · techno · progressive house

Pulsating beats and relentless synths create a euphoric yet gritty atmosphere that defines club culture.

Why this album works

Best for
euphoric peaks for club nights wave-like pacing for dancing dynamic journey through tracks
Context
When 'Born Slippy' was released in 1995, Underworld was transitioning from underground dance music pioneers to mainstream icons. This album followed their breakthrough success with 'Second Toughest in the Infants' and solidified their reputation within the progressive house and techno scenes.
If you like
synth-pop, techno, progressive house

Born Slippy is a single by Underworld, released in 1995. Pulsating beats and relentless synths create a euphoric yet gritty atmosphere that defines club culture. 'Born Slippy .NUXX' became a cultural phenomenon, famously featured in the film 'Trainspotting', which helped propel it to chart success. The track reached No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and is often credited with influencing the electronic music landscape of the late '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Born Slippy sound like?

Pulsating beats and relentless synths create a euphoric yet gritty atmosphere that defines club culture. Rooted in synth-pop and techno.

What makes Born Slippy by Underworld notable?

'Born Slippy .NUXX' became a cultural phenomenon, famously featured in the film 'Trainspotting', which helped propel it to chart success. The track reached No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and is often credited with influencing the electronic music landscape of the late '90s. When 'Born Slippy' was released in 1995, Underworld was transitioning from underground dance music pioneers to mainstream icons. This album followed their breakthrough success with 'Second Toughest in the Infants' and solidified their reputation within the progressive house and techno scenes.

Who is Born Slippy for?

Born Slippy works well if you're into euphoric peaks for club nights, wave-like pacing for dancing and dynamic journey through tracks.

How many songs are on Born Slippy?

Born Slippy has 7 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·56:46

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

  • 1 Born Slippy .NUXX Standout 11:37
  • 2 Born Slippy .NUXX (Deep Pan) 9:59
  • 3 Born Slippy .NUXX (Darren Price mix) 6:31
  • 4 Born Slippy .NUXX (Darren Price remix) 8:11
  • 5 Born Slippy .NUXX (short) 4:23
  • 6 Dark + Long (Dark Train) Standout 10:24
  • 7 Banstyle (Alex Reece mix) Standout 5:38

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

56 min 46 sec