Hands on Yello cover

Hands on Yello

Yello · 1995

68 min · 13 tracks · electronica

A vibrant collection of remixes that reinterprets Yello's eclectic sound through the lens of dance music's leading figures.

Why this album works

'Hands on Yello' is notable for featuring remixes from influential electronic artists like Moby and Carl Cox, marking a significant moment of cross-pollination within the genre. It also helped sustain Yello's visibility in the club scene during the mid-90s, further solidifying their legacy as innovators in electronic music.
Best for
steady grooves for dancing vibrant remixes energizing gatherings consistent flow for socializing
Context
By the time 'Hands on Yello' was released in 1995, Yello had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music since the late 1970s. This album followed their earlier works like 'Baby' (1991) and represented a shift towards collaboration with prominent remixers, showcasing their adaptability in a rapidly changing musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Towa Tei· Moby· Jazzanova

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dr Van Steiner (Remix by Cosmic Baby) 5:45
  • 2 Bostich (Remixed by Westbam & Klaus Jankuhn) Standout 3:06
  • 3 Ciel Ouvert (Remixed by Jens Mahlstedt) 5:21
  • 4 You Gotta Say Yes to Another Excess - Great Mission (Remixed by Jam El Mar & Mark Spoon) 3:59
  • 5 Crash Dance (Remixed by Oliver Lieb) 5:54
  • 6 Vicious Games (Remixed by the Grid) Standout 4:51
  • 7 Oh Yeah (Remixed by Plutone) Standout 5:47
  • 8 Live at the Roxy (Remixed by Ilsa Gold) 5:01
  • 9 I Love You (Remixed by Hardsequencer) 5:35
  • 10 L'Hotel (Remixed by Carl Cox) 5:08
  • 11 La Habanera (Remixed by Carl Craig) 5:48
  • 12 Excess (Remixed by the Orb) 5:41
  • 13 Lost Again (Remixed by Moby) 6:05

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata