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Boss Drum

The Shamen · 1992

65 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock · techno

A vibrant fusion of techno beats and psychedelic rock that invites ecstatic dancing and introspective thought.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ecstatic dance floor energy
  • introspective thought during peaks
  • dynamic journey with waves
  • invigorating rhythms for movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1992, 'Boss Drum' marked The Shamen's transition into mainstream success following their earlier underground hits. This album came after the breakthrough single 'Ebeneezer Goode,' which established them as a key player in the early '90s dance scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Chemical Brothers· Orbital· Underworld

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Boss Drum 6:31
  • 2 L.S.I.: Love Sex Intelligence 3:50
  • 3 Space Time 5:01
  • 4 Librae Solidi Denari 5:26
  • 5 Ebeneezer Goode (Beatmasters mix) 6:15
  • 6 Comin’ On 4:30
  • 7 Phorever People 4:57
  • 8 Fatman 5:44
  • 9 Scientas 5:40
  • 10 Re:Evolution 8:22
  • 11 Boss Dub 5:25
  • 12 Phorever Dub 3:54

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