Mezzanine
Massive Attack · 1998
63 min · 11 tracks · electronica · trip hop
A moody blend of haunting melodies and heavy basslines that define the atmospheric depth of trip hop.
Why this album works
'Mezzanine' received widespread acclaim and reached number one on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Massive Attack's influence in electronic music. The album is noted for its innovative soundscapes and has been cited as an inspiration for numerous artists across various genres, notably impacting the downtempo and alternative scenes.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- At the time of its release in 1998, Massive Attack had already established themselves as pioneers of the trip hop genre with their previous album, 'Protection' from 1994. 'Mezzanine' marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating darker elements and more complex production techniques, positioning it as a critical turning point in their career.
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Tracklist
New here? Start with "Teardrop".
- 1 Angel Standout 6:19
- 2 Risingson 4:58
- 3 Teardrop Start here 5:30
- 4 Inertia Creeps Standout 5:57
- 5 Exchange 4:11
- 6 Dissolved Girl 6:06
- 7 Man Next Door 5:56
- 8 Black Milk 6:21
- 9 Mezzanine 5:56
- 10 Group Four 8:12
- 11 (Exchange) 4:12
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