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Mind Movie

Tab Two · 1991

48 min · 10 tracks · acid jazz

A vibrant blend of acid jazz grooves and intricate melodies that capture the essence of early '90s experimental music.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Mind Movie — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its flowing rhythms and complex arrangements, setting the tone for the entire project.
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    Four Miles to Ulm — This track showcases a compelling interplay between melodic lines and percussion, highlighting the band's adeptness at blending styles.
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    Phoenix — With its layered textures and dynamic shifts, this track exemplifies the album's experimental nature while remaining accessible to listeners.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant grooves for social gatherings
  • intricate melodies for focused listening
  • playful experimentation with sound textures
  • dynamic shifts in energy levels

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • want instant, catchy hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, Mind Movie is Tab Two's debut album, marking their entry into the acid jazz scene. At this time, the band was establishing their sound, drawing on influences from jazz and electronic music as they navigated a burgeoning genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Jamiroquai· The Brand New Heavies· Incognito

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mind Movie 6:11
  • 2 Four Miles to Ulm 5:31
  • 3 Row 4:06
  • 4 Dinner for Three 4:26
  • 5 Phoenix 6:24
  • 6 Beauty Farm Suite 5:29
  • 7 The Tab Two in Toontown 4:59
  • 8 Kunst House 3:27
  • 9 4 Miles to Ulm (Psycho-Version) 3:57
  • 10 Enimo Mine 4:29

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