MMII
John Digweed · 2002
71 min · 10 tracks · house music
A deep, immersive journey through progressive house with ethereal textures and hypnotic rhythms that draw listeners into a trance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lonely Planet — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive soundscape, blending soothing melodies with driving beats that embody the essence of progressive house.
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Protect the Sense — The intricate layering and evolving structure of this track exemplify Digweed's skill in creating an atmospheric yet danceable experience, capturing listeners' attention throughout.
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Deep Love (Charlie May remix) — This remix stands out for its emotional depth and rhythmic complexity, showcasing how remixes can enhance original compositions while adding new dimensions to the sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's immersive soundscapes and extended track lengths create a compelling journey through progressive house.
What we noticed
- The album features long, flowing tracks that often exceed six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and transitions.
- Several tracks incorporate layered synths and ambient textures that create a deep, immersive soundscape.
- The mix includes both original compositions and remixes, with the latter often reinterpreting the source material in a new context.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady immersive listening experience
- hypnotic beats for deep focus
- peaks of emotional intensity
- for late-night journeys
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- need instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, MMII marked John Digweed's first compilation after his acclaimed 1999 release, Global Underground: New York. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the progressive house scene, following the success of his previous works and establishing himself as a prominent DJ and producer in the electronic music industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sasha· James Holden· Guy J
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lonely Planet 7:09
- 2 Dust 8:19
- 3 Mooger Fooger 5:32
- 4 Of Course 4:59
- 5 Protect the Sense 4:48
- 6 Te Queiro (Darren Emerson remix) 9:21
- 7 Black Sky (dub Extravaganza, Part 2) 8:20
- 8 I Have Put Out the Light 4:43
- 9 Belong (vocal club mix) 8:54
- 10 Deep Love (Charlie May remix) 8:57
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