Released 30 years ago
Hempton Manor
The Shamen · 1996
59 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock
A psychedelic fusion of techno beats and ethereal melodies that create an immersive auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Freya Start here — The opening track sets a captivating tone with its blend of hypnotic rhythms and lush soundscapes, establishing the album's immersive aesthetic.
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Cannabeo — This track stands out for its intricate layering of sounds and pulsating energy, reflecting the band's unique approach to merging psychedelic rock with techno.
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Indica — Indica showcases a more introspective side of the album, featuring meditative grooves that invite deep listening and contemplation.
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Khat — With its driving beat and infectious melody, Khat exemplifies the album’s ability to blend danceable rhythms with thought-provoking themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo grooves
- kaleidoscopic sonic exploration
- hallucinatory immersive experience
- for focused listening
- engaging auditory journey
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a significant shift in sound and explores new musical territories.
- Themes
- hypnotic soundscapes· psychedelic exploration
- Career context
- Released in September 1996, Hempton Manor is The Shamen's fifth studio album and comes after their commercial peak with 1992's Boss Drum. This album represents a significant shift in their sound, leaning more towards experimental textures and ambient influences, while retaining their signature psychedelic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chemical Brothers· Orbital· Underworld
Tracklist
- 1 Freya Start here 5:55
- 2 Urpflanze 5:51
- 3 Cannabeo 6:17
- 4 Khat 5:51
- 5 Bememe 6:45
- 6 Indica 5:52
- 7 Rausch 6:09
- 8 Kava 5:18
- 9 El-fin 5:24
- 10 The Monoriff 5:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
U.F.Orb
The Orb
Blends ambient textures with hypnotic beats, creating immersive psychedelic soundscapes.
Music Has the Right to Children
Boards of Canada
Explores nostalgic atmospheres and layered melodies that evoke a sense of sonic exploration.
Second Toughest in the Infants
Underworld
Merges techno rhythms with ethereal elements, crafting an immersive and experimental listening experience.
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