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Released 26 years ago this June

Killing Puritans

Armand Van Helden · 2000

73 min · 11 tracks · house · garage house

A pulsating mix of garage house grooves and eclectic samples that encapsulate the early 2000s dance scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual build to energetic peak
  • late-night dance floor vibes
  • pulsating grooves for movement
  • eclectic samples that surprise

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • seek slow, introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Killing Puritans' was released in June 2000, Armand Van Helden had already established himself as a prominent figure in house music, following his breakout success with tracks like 'The Funk Phenomena' and 'Kentucky Fried Flow.' This album marked a significant moment in his career as he expanded his sound palette, blending elements of funk, hip-hop, and electronic music while maintaining his garage house roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Todd Terry· Roger Sanchez· DJ Sneak

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Killing Puritans (intro) 2:07
  • 2 Little Black Spiders 8:15
  • 3 Breakdancers Call 6:21
  • 4 House Boxing 2:05
  • 5 Full Moon 4:19
  • 6 Koochy 8:07
  • 7 Watch Your Back (The Headhunters) 8:23
  • 8 Hybridz 10:01
  • 9 Flyaway Love 9:08
  • 10 Swampthang 5:49
  • 11 Conscience 9:10

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata