Jack the Tab/Tekno Acid Beat cover

Jack the Tab/Tekno Acid Beat

Psychic TV · 1990

133 min · 26 tracks · techno

Psychedelic techno beats intermingle with experimental soundscapes, creating an immersive auditory journey.

Why this album works

'Jack the Tab/Tekno Acid Beat' is notable for its role in popularizing the acid house genre during the burgeoning rave scene in the UK. The album's innovative blend of techno and experimental sounds garnered significant attention, influencing a generation of electronic musicians and securing Psychic TV's place in the underground music culture of the time.
Best for
immersive auditory journey experience wave-like pacing for exploration dynamic soundscapes to get lost
Context
By 1990, Psychic TV was navigating a pivotal phase in their career following their influential debut and the controversial nature of their early work. 'Jack the Tab/Tekno Acid Beat' emerged as a double album that showcased their exploration into acid house and techno while continuing to push boundaries after their previous albums. This release marked a significant evolution in their sound and artistic direction.
Stylistic neighbors
The Prodigy· Cabaret Voltaire· N-Trance

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Psyche Out 3:53
  • 2 Rapid Bliss 4:07
  • 3 Aquarius Rising 1:36
  • 4 Last Night 1:07
  • 5 Blue Heart 5:54
  • 6 Oxygen 3:46
  • 7 Jump Thee Gun Standout 8:29
  • 8 Terminate 5:52
  • 9 Youth 1:31
  • 10 Only Human 6:15
  • 11 Balkan Red Alert 4:59
  • 12 Meet Every Situation Head On 5:25
  • 13 Your Body 9:14
  • 14 Abstract Reality 3:44

Disc 2

  • 1 Blue Pyramid 5:21
  • 2 Groove To Get Down 4:52
  • 3 Wicked 6:32
  • 4 Scared To Live 4:52
  • 5 Liquid Eyeliner Standout 5:57
  • 6 Sandoz Tabman 5:25
  • 7 Tune In (Turn On Thee Acid House) Standout 5:33
  • 8 Joy 5:22
  • 9 Discomen 9:30
  • 10 Tune In (remix) 4:32
  • 11 Love-War-Riot (Vocoder mix) 6:56
  • 12 Neuropolitiks 2:30

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