Justified & Ancient
The KLF · 1991
28 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop · house · techno
A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient house and hip-hop, layered with surreal storytelling and infectious grooves.
Why this album works
'Justified & Ancient' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart and earning acclaim for its innovative fusion of genres. The track's playful commentary on culture and politics resonated widely and has since influenced a multitude of electronic artists seeking to push boundaries.
- Best for
- infectious grooves for dancing surreal storytelling with humor steady pacing for focused listening
- Context
- Released in early 1991, 'Justified & Ancient' marked a pivotal moment for The KLF as their first single after the commercial success of their previous album, 'The White Room'. This track helped solidify their transition from underground sensations to mainstream provocateurs, showcasing their eclectic sound and unique artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joss Stone· Soul II Soul· Young MC· Slick Rick· Falco· Beastie Boys· Jonathan Saul Kane· Kelly Rowland
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Justified & Ancient (Stand by the Jams) Standout 3:37
- 2 Justified & Ancient ("The White Room" Version) 5:04
- 3 Justified & Ancient (All Bound for Mu Mu Land) Standout 7:49
- 4 Justified & Ancient (Make Mine a "99") 5:53
- 5 Justified & Ancient (Let Them Eat Ice Cream) 6:30
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