Why this album works
- Best for
- fragmented pacing for casual listening collage of inventive samples interludes that invite reflection
- Context
- By the year 2000, Madlib was already established as a prolific figure in hip-hop, having released his debut album 'The Unseen' under the moniker Quasimoto just a year prior. The 'Madlib Remixes EP' serves as an exploration of his remixing prowess during this period, showcasing his innovative approach to reinterpreting tracks from notable artists while solidifying his reputation within the underground scene.
- If you like
- hip-hop
Madlib Remixes EP is an album by Madlib, released in 2000. A collage of jazz-infused beats and inventive samples, capturing the essence of underground hip-hop. This EP is significant for its role in highlighting Madlib's unique remix style, contributing to the development of alternative hip-hop aesthetics at the turn of the millennium. It received positive critical acclaim and helped elevate Madlib's status in the music industry, influencing a generation of producers who embraced sample-based production techniques. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madlib Remixes EP sound like?
A collage of jazz-infused beats and inventive samples, capturing the essence of underground hip-hop. Rooted in hip-hop.
What makes Madlib Remixes EP by Madlib notable?
This EP is significant for its role in highlighting Madlib's unique remix style, contributing to the development of alternative hip-hop aesthetics at the turn of the millennium. It received positive critical acclaim and helped elevate Madlib's status in the music industry, influencing a generation of producers who embraced sample-based production techniques. By the year 2000, Madlib was already established as a prolific figure in hip-hop, having released his debut album 'The Unseen' under the moniker Quasimoto just a year prior. The 'Madlib Remixes EP' serves as an exploration of his remixing prowess during this period, showcasing his innovative approach to reinterpreting tracks from notable artists while solidifying his reputation within the underground scene.
Who is Madlib Remixes EP for?
Madlib Remixes EP works well if you're into fragmented pacing for casual listening, collage of inventive samples and interludes that invite reflection.
How many songs are on Madlib Remixes EP?
Madlib Remixes EP has 15 tracks.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro
- 2 Universal Magnetic (Remix) Standout
- 3 The Look Of Love, Pt. 2 (Remix)
- 4 Misery Needs Company (Remix)
- 5 Firewater (Remix) Standout
- 6 Slang Editorial (Remix)
- 7 Mayor (Remix)
- 8 Intro
- 9 My World Premiere (Remix)
- 10 Don't See Us (Remix)
- 11 No Holds Barred (Remix)
- 12 Just To Get A Rep (Remix) Standout
- 13 Interlude
- 14 Car Horn (Remix)
- 15 I've Known Rivers (Remix)
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