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Form & Function

Photek · 1998

79 min · 12 tracks · drum and bass · downtempo · deep house

A sonic tapestry weaving intricate drum and bass rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes and ethereal melodies.

Form & Function is an album by Photek, released in 1998. A sonic tapestry weaving intricate drum and bass rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes and ethereal melodies. The album is significant for its innovative approach to drum and bass, influencing the genre’s direction during the late 90s. It received critical acclaim, with several tracks becoming staples in DJ sets, solidifying Photek's reputation as a pioneer of atmospheric drum and bass music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Form & Function sound like?

A sonic tapestry weaving intricate drum and bass rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes and ethereal melodies. Rooted in drum and bass and downtempo.

What makes Form & Function by Photek notable?

The album is significant for its innovative approach to drum and bass, influencing the genre’s direction during the late 90s. It received critical acclaim, with several tracks becoming staples in DJ sets, solidifying Photek's reputation as a pioneer of atmospheric drum and bass music. When 'Form & Function' was released in 1998, Photek was transitioning from his early work in the jungle scene to becoming a leading figure in drum and bass. This album followed his acclaimed debut, 'Modus Operandi', and showcased his evolving style, incorporating more complex arrangements and deep electronic textures.

How many songs are on Form & Function?

Form & Function has 12 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·79:33

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

  • 1 The Seven Samurai (Photek remix) Standout 6:59
  • 2 The Lightening (Digital remix) 5:50
  • 3 Rings Around Saturn (Peshay & Decoder remix) Standout 8:02
  • 4 The Margin ’98 (Doc Scott remix) 6:54
  • 5 Resolution (Photek remix) Standout 6:39
  • 6 UFO (J Majik remix) 6:15
  • 7 Knitevision 6:40
  • 8 Santiago 6:09
  • 9 The Seven Samurai 6:51
  • 10 Rings Around Saturn 7:24
  • 11 The Water Margin 5:29
  • 12 UFO 6:16

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

deep house, downtempo, drum and bass

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

79 min 33 sec