What makes Lie, Cheat & Steal by Klute notable?

'Lie, Cheat & Steal' received critical acclaim, solidifying Klute's reputation within the genre and earning praise from outlets like Mixmag. It marked a peak in his career, with tracks gaining traction on dance floors and influencing a generation of producers who sought to blend complex narratives with high-energy rhythms. By 2003, Klute had established himself as a significant figure in the drum and bass scene with earlier releases such as 'Music for Prophet' (2001). 'Lie, Cheat & Steal' was his third studio album, following the acclaimed 'No One's Listening Anymore' (2002), showcasing his growth as a producer and songwriter while exploring deeper thematic content.

How many songs are on Lie, Cheat & Steal?

Lie, Cheat & Steal has 22 tracks, running approximately 133 minutes.

Lie, Cheat & Steal

Klute · 2003

133 min · 22 tracks · drum and bass

A relentless fusion of intricate breakbeats and atmospheric soundscapes, pushing drum and bass to new emotional depths.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Now Always Forever — This opening track masterfully sets the tone for the album, with its atmospheric build-up leading into a pulsating rhythm that encapsulates Klute's signature style.
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Problem Reaction — Offering a blend of haunting melodies and driving beats, this track exemplifies Klute’s ability to create tension and release within a drum and bass framework.
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Kickin tha Habit — With its dynamic structure and infectious groove, this track stands out as a dance floor anthem while reflecting on themes of addiction and resilience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Klute's intricate breakbeats and atmospheric layers create a distinctive sound within drum and bass.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of intricate breakbeats layered with atmospheric pads, creating a dense soundscape throughout.
Several tracks incorporate vocal samples that are manipulated and processed, adding texture without dominating the instrumental focus.
The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a high-energy tempo while others slow down to create moments of introspection.
The final track fades out gradually, leaving an ambient echo that contrasts with the more aggressive beats earlier in the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Now Always Forever 6:09
2 Ambient Hell 6:06
3 Song Seller 4:52
4 Traffico 6:00
5 Problem Reaction 6:07
6 Tacky 6:36
7 Kickin tha Habit 6:41
8 Candy Ass 6:18
9 Part of Me 5:46
10 Ether 5:57
11 Oshima 5:22
12 Evo Sniffer 7:57

Disc 2

1 Machines Do the Work 5:45
2 Tubby 6:11
3 Ultralo 5:31
4 Music for Doubles 6:29
5 Black Flag 5:57
6 2 Lives 6:11
7 Crucial 4:10
8 Overchoice 7:07
9 Artificial Sense 5:27
10 Wishing 4 Better 6:41

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