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Released 30 years ago

Keep Hope Alive

The Crystal Method · 1996

39 min · 6 tracks · electronic · trip hop · electronic rock

A pulsating blend of big beat rhythms and atmospheric electronics that invites listeners to dance and reflect simultaneously.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady rhythmic journey throughout
  • dance-friendly with reflective moments
  • inviting energy for movement
  • uplifting atmosphere for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short standalone tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Keep Hope Alive' marked The Crystal Method's emergence in the electronic scene following their debut album, 'Vegas.' This sophomore effort further established them as pioneers of the big beat genre, showcasing their ability to fuse rock influences with electronic music seamlessly.
Stylistic neighbors
The Prodigy· Fatboy Slim· Moby

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Keep Hope Alive (There Is Hope mix) 5:42
  • 2 Keep Hope Alive (Trip Hope mix) 6:18
  • 3 More 5:59
  • 4 Now Is the Time (The Olympic mix) 7:29
  • 5 Now Is the Time (Secret Knowledge Overkill mix) 7:04
  • 6 The Dubeliscious Groove (Fly Spanish version) 6:46

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