In Rough Territory
4hero · 1991
61 min · 13 tracks · electronic
A vibrant fusion of jungle rhythms, jazz-inflected melodies, and intricate electronic production that defines UK’s early breakbeat scene.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression with peaks
- intricate rhythms for detail hunting
- late-night exploration of sound
- vibrant energy for active listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone track variety
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In Rough Territory was 4hero's debut album, released in 1991 at a time when the duo were emerging as pivotal figures in the UK electronic music scene. Their innovative blending of jungle and jazz influences marked a significant shift in their artistic direction after several successful EPs, positioning them as leaders in the burgeoning breakbeat genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· Bonobo· Flying Lotus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Genesis 5:25
- 2 No Sleep River (Tired Eyes mix) 4:52
- 3 Mr Kirks Nightmare (live mix) 5:16
- 4 Reachin 4:54
- 5 Can't Strain My Brain 4:38
- 6 Put Your Thinkin' Caps On 1:55
- 7 May the Wicked Perish in the Fire of Hell 4:09
- 8 The Last Ever Bleep Track (Used to Death) 4:12
- 9 Risin' Sun (instrumental) 4:10
- 10 Mad Dogs (Feeding Propaganda) 4:52
- 11 Massacre 5:42
- 12 4 Hero 5:05
- 13 Mr Kirks Nightmare (original 12" mix) 6:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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