Deconstruction: The Celluloid Recordings
Bill Laswell · 1993
140 min · 25 tracks · jazz · dub music
A genre-bending fusion of dub, jazz, and global rhythms interwoven with experimental soundscapes.
Why this album works
The album stands out for its innovative approach to blending genres, influencing artists across electronic and world music scenes. It received positive reviews from critics, highlighting Laswell’s role as a key figure in the avant-garde music landscape of the early '90s.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing immersive soundscapes for exploration thoughtful listening in two halves
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Deconstruction: The Celluloid Recordings' came during Bill Laswell's prolific period as a producer and collaborator. Following the success of his work on projects like Material and various world music collaborations, this album showcases his ability to blend different musical traditions while pushing the boundaries of sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Queen Latifah· Meshell Ndegeocello· Monica· The Roots· Christina Aguilera· El DeBarge· Teena Marie· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 World Destruction Standout 5:33
- 2 Killing Time Standout 2:53
- 3 Mean Machine 4:42
- 4 Electric Africa Standout 10:23
- 5 Worksong 7:15
- 6 Memories 4:02
- 7 Death Rattle 4:28
- 8 Reduction 5:32
- 9 Uprising 1:07
- 10 Boat Peoples 7:07
- 11 For a Few Dollars More 3:53
- 12 Get Movin' 6:41
- 13 Busting Out 8:01
Disc 2
- 1 Oh My People 7:34
- 2 Cross Examination 11:54
- 3 Interlock 4:54
- 4 Harima 6:04
- 5 Locomotive 3:43
- 6 Change the Beat 7:40
- 7 Shango Message 7:44
- 8 Legs 2:04
- 9 My Balls/Your Chin 2:27
- 10 Square Dance 4:29
- 11 Natalia 4:56
- 12 O.A.O. 4:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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