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Loads

Happy Mondays · 1995

110 min · 23 tracks · alternative rock · alternative dance · hip house

A kaleidoscopic blend of dance beats and rock energy that encapsulates the Britpop spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic mix of tempos
  • wave-like pacing for dancing
  • for party settings
  • kaleidoscopic sound exploration
  • engaging remixes to discover

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 1, 1995, 'Loads' marked the Happy Mondays' return after a turbulent period, including lineup changes and the fallout from their previous album, 'Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches'. This collection is notable for showcasing remixes and new tracks that reflect their evolution amidst the changing musical landscape of the 90s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Charlatans· Primal Scream· Oasis

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Step On 5:19
  • 2 W.F.L. (Vince Clarke Remix) 6:13
  • 3 Kinky Afro (Euromix Edit) 4:17
  • 4 Hallelujah (MacColl mix) 2:42
  • 5 Mad Cyril 4:39
  • 6 Lazyitis 2:47
  • 7 Tokoloshe Man 4:20
  • 8 Loose Fit 5:07
  • 9 Bob’s Yer Uncle 5:10
  • 10 Judge Fudge 4:00
  • 11 Stinkin’ Thinkin’ 4:20
  • 12 Sunshine & Love 4:49
  • 13 Angel 5:52
  • 14 Tart Tart 4:22
  • 15 Kuff Dam 3:06
  • 16 24 Hour Party People 4:37

Disc 2

  • 1 Lazyitis (One Armed Boxer mix) 3:54
  • 2 W.F.L. (Think About the Future Perfecto 12″ mix) 7:14
  • 3 Bob’s Yer Uncle (Perfecto 12″ mix) 6:22
  • 4 Loose Fit (Perfecto 12″ Mix) 5:59
  • 5 Hallelujah (Deadstock remix) 7:54
  • 6 Freaky Dancin’ 3:46
  • 7 Delightful 3:39

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata