FabricLive.03
DJ Hype · 2002
73 min · 18 tracks · drum and bass
A high-energy blend of rapid drum patterns and heavy basslines that encapsulates the essence of early 2000s drum and bass.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thunderball — Opening with an explosive energy, this track sets the tone for the mix with its driving rhythms and intricate soundscapes, making it a standout example of DJ Hype's mixing prowess.
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Planet Dust — This track exemplifies the fusion of aggressive beats and melodic elements that characterize much of Hype's work, capturing the listener's attention with its relentless pace.
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Body Rock — With its catchy hook and infectious groove, this track showcases DJ Hype's ability to blend fun elements into high-energy drum and bass, making it a memorable moment in the set.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album excels in its energetic flow and production quality, making it a strong representation of its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous mix that maintains a high tempo throughout, with tracks seamlessly transitioning into one another.
- Each track is characterized by rapid drum patterns and heavy basslines, typical of the early 2000s drum and bass sound.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples and snippets, adding texture without dominating the instrumental focus.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- high-energy dance floor vibes
- quick bursts of rhythmic intensity
- engaging mixes for party atmosphere
- dynamic transitions between tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, more melodic tunes
- seek lengthy, progressive builds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time DJ Hype released FabricLive.03 in 2002, he was already a prominent figure in the UK drum and bass scene, known for his work with the True Playaz label. This album came as part of the esteemed FabricLive series, following his previous releases and establishing him further as a leading DJ and producer in the genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Thunderball 5:11
- 2 Mars 3:19
- 3 Mistical Dub 3:07
- 4 Planet Dust 3:31
- 5 Ska 4:01
- 6 Squash 3:28
- 7 The Lighter (Twisted Individual 2001 remix) 3:28
- 8 Jah 4:51
- 9 Rodeo 4:23
- 10 Nightmare Walking 4:56
- 11 Super2Bad 2:55
- 12 Swingtime 3:49
- 13 Snapped It 5:50
- 14 Casino Royale (remix) 5:06
- 15 True Playaz Style 4:23
- 16 Jazz Juice 3:08
- 17 Body Rock 4:47
- 18 Grimey 3:28
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