Cyberspace and Reds
The Streets · 2011
39 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop · grime
A vibrant tapestry of UK hip-hop textures intertwined with introspective and often witty lyrical narratives.
Why this album works
The album received notable attention for its refreshing blend of grime and hip-hop while maintaining Skinner's unique storytelling style. It charted on the UK Albums Chart, further solidifying The Streets' presence in contemporary British music and influencing a generation of artists navigating similar genres.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow witty narratives for introspection short tracks for quick engagement
- Context
- Released in January 2011, 'Cyberspace and Reds' marked The Streets' fifth studio album, arriving after the commercial success of 'Computer and Blues' (2011). This album came at a time when Mike Skinner was exploring new sonic territories and lyrical themes, reflecting his evolving artistic identity within the UK music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Gorillaz· Duran Duran· Ellie Goulding· Pet Shop Boys· Blur· Robbie Williams· Radiohead
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Came In Through the Door Standout 3:07
- 2 4 O’Clock 3:47
- 3 Don’t Hide Away 3:13
- 4 Too Numb Standout 3:57
- 5 Backseat Barz 5:26
- 6 Tidy Nice and Neat 2:08
- 7 The Morning After the Day Off on One 1:55
- 8 Cinema Barz 2:52
- 9 Breakbeat Barz 2:20
- 10 Something to Hide 2:14
- 11 Robots Are Taking Over Standout 2:46
- 12 Cross That Line 3:04
- 13 Minding My Own 3:01
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