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Fires of Babylon City

TNMK · 2004

66 min · 26 tracks · funk

An eclectic mix of funk-infused hip-hop and rapcore that captures the vibrant chaos of urban life in Ukraine.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Homo Ukraines — This track stands out as a poignant exploration of Ukrainian identity and culture, merging catchy hooks with socially conscious lyrics that resonate deeply.
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    Той, хто... — A dynamic blend of energetic rhythms and incisive commentary, this track encapsulates the band's signature style while addressing contemporary issues in Ukraine.
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    Вода — With its metaphorical lyrics about life and sustenance, this song exemplifies TNMK's ability to fuse deep meaning with infectious melodies.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Homo Ukraines

    The narrative shifts to directly address cultural pride amidst struggles.

    This direct engagement creates an intimate connection with listeners, emphasizing resilience within their national identity.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Арешт 4:42
  • 2 We Are The Champions 0:51
  • 3 Та Ти Шо?! 4:00
  • 4 Are U UA? 0:25
  • 5 Homo Ukraines 4:08
  • 6 Вода 4:31
  • 7 My Name Is 0:12
  • 8 Іво Бобул 3:08
  • 9 Santa Said 0:17
  • 10 Той, хто... 4:23
  • 11 Зєбра 0:24
  • 12 Ч/Б 4:02
  • 13 Вітер надії 3:36

Disc 2

  • 1 День народження 0:24
  • 2 Марина 4:05
  • 3 14.06.04 0:25
  • 4 Файна Юкрайна 4:25
  • 5 СПб 0:40
  • 6 Секс! Бокс! Джаз! 3:35
  • 7 Чорта не бачили? 0:29
  • 8 Вавілон 4:17
  • 9 Не спіши 1:15
  • 10 Щедрий 3:11
  • 11 Вода (Easy Brothers version)
  • 12 Та Ти Шо?! (Кліпова версія) 4:19
  • 13 L'eau (Вода – французька версія) 4:33

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata