DJ-Kicks
Moodymann · 2016
79 min · 30 tracks · house · techno · jazz house
A kaleidoscopic blend of house, jazz, and soul that captures the essence of urban nightlife.
Why this album works
'DJ-Kicks' is significant not only for its innovative mixing but also for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from various outlets including Resident Advisor and Pitchfork. The album helped solidify Moodymann's status as a leading figure in contemporary house music and influenced subsequent artists within the genre.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing for relaxed listening dynamic flow with varied energy urban nightlife vibe throughout
- Context
- By the time 'DJ-Kicks' was released in February 2016, Moodymann had already established himself as a key figure in the house music scene since his debut in the late '90s. This album marked his contribution to the iconic DJ-Kicks series, showcasing his eclectic taste and ability to curate tracks that span genres while maintaining a cohesive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miguel Migs· Jazzanova· St Germain
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Where Will You Be Standout 3:07
- 2 Serve This Royalty 2:06
- 3 Guttah Guttah 2:24
- 4 Keepyourbusinesstoyourself 1:15
- 5 Robot's Return (Modern Sleepover Part 2) 3:02
- 6 When My Anger Starts to Cry 2:53
- 7 Kiss the Sky 2:09
- 8 BTSTU (Moodymann edit) Standout 2:02
- 9 Tea Leaf Dancers 2:40
- 10 Les Nuits 1:54
- 11 Can't Hold Back (Platinum Pied Pipers remix) 2:40
- 12 Stained Glass Fresh Frozen 2:26
- 13 Come Home 2:37
- 14 El Ritmo de Mi Gente 1:46
- 15 Uptown Tricks (Rodney Hunter remix) 2:15
- 16 Cuz You're the One (Moodymann edit) 2:42
- 17 Remain 1:40
- 18 My Funny Valentine Standout 3:45
- 19 Grind (Moodymann edit) 3:19
- 20 Disco Maniac 1:56
- 21 Tag Team Triangle (Moodymann edit) 3:37
- 22 How Do I Go On (Moodymann edit) 3:10
- 23 Fall for You (Sandy Rivera Classic mix) 3:12
- 24 Hostile Takeover 3:37
- 25 Our Darkness 4:27
- 26 Jeux de Langues 1:37
- 27 Around (Solomun Vox) 3:20
- 28 1044 Coplin (Give You Whatcha Lookin 4) 2:37
- 29 It's House Music (Moodymann edit) 2:44
- 30 Did You Ever (Moodymann edit) 2:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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