Emergency on Planet Earth
Jamiroquai · 1993
55 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · funk · jazz-funk
A vibrant fusion of funk, jazz, and dance elements that grooves with environmental consciousness.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim upon its release, marking Jamiroquai's entry into the mainstream. Its lead single, 'When You Gonna Learn,' became a significant hit, reaching high positions on UK charts and establishing the band's reputation for combining catchy melodies with socially conscious lyrics.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions thought-provoking themes and concepts
- Context
- Emergency on Planet Earth was Jamiroquai's debut album, released in 1993. At this point, the band was an emerging force in the UK music scene, blending acid jazz and funk influences. This record laid the groundwork for their distinctive sound and established them as innovators within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Duran Duran· Radiohead· Kate Bush· giorge mijael· Ed Sheeran· Gorillaz· Blur
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When You Gonna Learn (Digeridoo) Standout 3:49
- 2 Too Young to Die Standout 6:05
- 3 Hooked Up 4:35
- 4 If I Like It, I Do It 4:53
- 5 Music of the Mind 6:22
- 6 Emergency on Planet Earth Standout 4:05
- 7 Whatever It Is, I Just Can’t Stop 4:07
- 8 Blow Your Mind 8:32
- 9 Revolution 1993 10:16
- 10 Didgin’ Out 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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