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Ghettoblaster

Armand Van Helden · 2007

84 min · 22 tracks · house · garage house

A pulsating fusion of house beats and playful vocals that encapsulates early 2000s dance culture.

Why this album works

'Ghettoblaster' received positive reviews and contributed to the resurgence of interest in house music during the mid-2000s. Tracks like 'I Want Your Soul' helped solidify Van Helden's influence on contemporary electronic music, leading to a new wave of artists drawing inspiration from his work.
Best for
dynamic progression with remixes long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing throughout
Context
By the time 'Ghettoblaster' was released in 2007, Armand Van Helden was already an established figure in house music, known for hits like 'Professional Widow' and 'Kentucky Fried Flow'. This album came after his 2003 release, 'The Funk Phenomena', showcasing his continued evolution within the dance music scene while experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Flo Rida· LMFAO· David Guetta
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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Go Crazy! Standout 6:52
  • 2 Touch Your Toes 5:34
  • 3 I Want Your Soul Standout 6:38
  • 4 NYC Beat Standout 6:30
  • 5 Playing House 6:03
  • 6 This Ain't Hollywood 3:50
  • 7 Still In Love 6:04
  • 8 Playmate 4:25
  • 9 Je T'Aime 7:20
  • 10 To Be A Freak 6:43
  • 11 All Nite 4:33
  • 12 A Track Called Jack 6:18

Disc 2

  • 1 NYC Beat (MSTRKRFT)
  • 2 I Want Your Soul (TV Rock Remix)
  • 3 Touch Your Toes (Stretch Armstrong Remix)
  • 4 NYC Beat (Detroit Mix)
  • 5 I Want Your Soul (Tommy Trash Mix)
  • 6 Touch Your Toes (Audio Booty's Remix) 7:49
  • 7 I Want Your Soul (Wizard's Breaks Mix Featuring MC Ivory)
  • 8 A Track Called Jack (Jahawi's Jackin' Off Remix)
  • 9 Playmate (Jesse Rose Remix) 5:53
  • 10 NYC Beat (Emperor Machine Ext Vocal)

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