What makes DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio by Trüby Trio notable?

This album is notable for its critical acclaim within the electronic music community and its role in popularizing the nu jazz genre. It received positive reviews from various outlets and helped to solidify Trüby Trio's influence on subsequent artists exploring the fusion of jazz and electronic music. Released in 2001, DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio was a significant entry in the DJ-Kicks compilation series, showcasing Trüby Trio's emerging status within the nu jazz scene. At this point, they had already gained recognition for their innovative approach to blending genres, setting them apart from traditional jazz artists.

Who is DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio for?

DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio works well if you're into steady grooves for relaxed vibes, vibrant soundscapes for social settings and smooth transitions and peaks.

How many songs are on DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio?

DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio has 15 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio

Trüby Trio · 2001

78 min · 15 tracks · nu jazz

A seamless blend of jazz, electronic beats, and eclectic samples creates a vibrant sonic tapestry that invites both introspection and dance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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High Jazz — This track encapsulates the essence of nu jazz with its vibrant instrumentation and laid-back groove, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Find an Oasis — The intricate layering of sounds and melodic hooks in this track showcase Trüby Trio's ability to create immersive musical landscapes.
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Transcend Me — Blending soulful vocals with rich harmonic textures, this track exemplifies the group's knack for emotional depth within upbeat compositions.
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Ginger & Fred — The playful interplay between rhythm and melody highlights the trio’s creative arrangements, making it a memorable piece that defines their sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady grooves for relaxed vibes
vibrant soundscapes for social settings
smooth transitions and peaks
background warmth for gatherings
engaging rhythms for focused listening

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2001, DJ-Kicks: Trüby Trio was a significant entry in the DJ-Kicks compilation series, showcasing Trüby Trio's emerging status within the nu jazz scene. At this point, they had already gained recognition for their innovative approach to blending genres, setting them apart from traditional jazz artists.
Stylistic neighbors: Jazzanova· Gotan Project· Bonobo

Tracklist

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

1 Medley: General Science / Ish / Papa LaBas 4:40
2 High Jazz 7:01
3 Find an Oasis 5:14
4 Edony “Clap Your Hands” 4:07
5 Scat Box 2:10
6 Granada 4:37
7 Upsolid 6:03
8 Transcend Me 7:13
9 Some People (Waiwan remix) 5:06
10 One and the Same (Jazztronic Brushed Up mix) 5:45
11 Colours (Freeform Five mix) 7:06
12 Ginger & Fred 6:25
13 Galicia (Zero dB remix) 5:18
14 Toronto 3:45
15 Tel Aviv 4:05

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