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LateNightTales

Nightmares on Wax · 2003

75 min · 16 tracks · electronic · trip hop

A lush tapestry of downtempo grooves and soulful melodies, perfect for late-night introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • late-night introspection and relaxation
  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • soulful melodies for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer short, standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2003, Nightmares on Wax had established themselves as pioneers in the trip hop genre with their earlier albums 'Mind Elevation' and 'Carboot Soul'. 'LateNightTales' marked a significant moment as a curated mix album, showcasing their eclectic taste and unique sound. This release followed a period of increased recognition after their successful integration of hip hop rhythms with electronic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Bonobo· Thievery Corporation· Air

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Midnight Marauders 6:18
  • 2 Gravy Train (N.O.W mix) 1:47
  • 3 Every Season 2:24
  • 4 Show Me Some Love 4:12
  • 5 California Suite (Vagabond mix) 5:07
  • 6 Listen (What It Is) 4:13
  • 7 La Rue 4:02
  • 8 Sneakin in the Back 3:40
  • 9 Action Tape 1 (Aim Madscope mix) 6:18
  • 10 Bout That Time 3:27
  • 11 Cantamilla 3:18
  • 12 Intergalactic Throwdown 5:41
  • 13 Spooky 3:06
  • 14 Having Your Fun 6:55
  • 15 Brothers on the Slide Dub 4:40
  • 16 The White City, Part 1 10:18

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