Goodbye Country cover

Goodbye Country

Groove Armada · 2001

125 min · 22 tracks · electronica · big beat

A vibrant fusion of electronic grooves and soulful melodies that encapsulates the essence of early 2000s club culture.

Why this album works

'Goodbye Country' was well-received, featuring the hit single 'Superstylin’,' which became a staple in dance clubs worldwide. The album's success helped establish Groove Armada as key figures in the electronic music landscape, influencing future artists and contributing to the rise of the electronic dance music (EDM) movement.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released in 2001, 'Goodbye Country' marked Groove Armada's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Vertigo' from 1999. By this time, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the big beat and electronica scenes, blending various genres to create a distinctive sound that resonated with both critics and club-goers.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Suntoucher Standout 6:31
  • 2 Superstylin’ Standout 6:01
  • 3 Drifted 4:56
  • 4 Little by Little 5:30
  • 5 Fogma 6:54
  • 6 My Friend Standout 5:01
  • 7 Lazy Moon 6:39
  • 8 Raisin’ the Stakes 5:33
  • 9 Healing 5:52
  • 10 Edge Hill 7:00
  • 11 Tuning In (dub mix) 4:43
  • 12 Join Hands 4:00
  • 13 Likwid 5:17

Disc 2

  • 1 Superstylin’ (G.A. Discotek mix) 5:47
  • 2 Moira’s Theme 3:53
  • 3 Mali 6:27
  • 4 Lazy Moon (live version) 6:45
  • 5 Rap (G.A. alternative mix) 4:09
  • 6 Your Song (Tim "Love" Lee’s Semi-bearded remix) 7:36
  • 7 A Private Interlude (Kinobe remix) 5:38
  • 8 Old Father Rhyme 4:20
  • 9 My Friend (Dorfmeister vs. Madrid de los Austrias dub) 6:22

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