Drive: Nike + Original Run cover

Drive: Nike + Original Run

The Crystal Method · 2006

70 min · 14 tracks · electronic · trip hop · electronic rock

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and progressive grooves designed to energize and motivate through movement.

Why this album works

This album made waves in both the music and fitness industries by serving as an official soundtrack for Nike’s running program, contributing to its commercial success. It received positive reviews and helped solidify The Crystal Method's reputation as pioneers of electronic music, influencing subsequent artists within the genre.
Best for
energizing beats for workouts dynamic progression with peaks pulsating rhythms for running
Context
By 2006, The Crystal Method had established themselves as key players in the big beat genre, following their breakthrough albums 'Vegas' (1997) and 'Tweekend' (2001). 'Drive: Nike + Original Run' marked a significant collaboration with Nike, positioning the duo at the intersection of music and fitness culture. This album also showcased their ability to create tracks specifically tailored for high-energy environments.
Stylistic neighbors
The Prodigy· Moby· Towa Tei

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Starting Line 2:02
  • 2 It’s Time Standout 4:51
  • 3 Roadhouse Blues (original dub) Standout 6:05
  • 4 It Hertz 5:17
  • 5 Do It (Dub Pistols mix) 5:24
  • 6 Don’t Stop Standout 4:57
  • 7 Brand New Kicks 4:16
  • 8 Bad Ass (Rogue Element mix) 5:24
  • 9 Glass Breaker (Force Mass Motion mix) 5:34
  • 10 Finish Line 1:03
  • 11 It Hertz 6:07
  • 12 Don’t Stop Standout 5:21
  • 13 Bad Ass (Rogue Element mix) 7:02
  • 14 Glass Breaker (Force Mass Motion mix) 6:35

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