Natural Blues
Moby · 2000
25 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · house · punk
A haunting blend of electronic beats and soulful samples that evokes deep emotional resonance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- haunting emotional resonance throughout front-loaded energy with depth immersive listening for reflection
- Context
- When 'Natural Blues' was released in March 2000, Moby was riding high from the success of his breakthrough album 'Play', which had propelled him into mainstream recognition. This single marked his continued exploration of blending electronic music with poignant lyrical themes and samples, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the electronic music scene.
- If you like
- alternative rock, house, punk
Natural Blues is a single by Moby, released in 2000. A haunting blend of electronic beats and soulful samples that evokes deep emotional resonance. 'Natural Blues' became a significant hit, reaching the top charts in multiple countries and contributing to Moby's commercial peak. Its success also helped to popularize the use of sampling in electronic music, influencing a generation of artists and leading to its placement in various films and commercials. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Natural Blues sound like?
A haunting blend of electronic beats and soulful samples that evokes deep emotional resonance. Rooted in alternative rock and house.
What makes Natural Blues by Moby notable?
'Natural Blues' became a significant hit, reaching the top charts in multiple countries and contributing to Moby's commercial peak. Its success also helped to popularize the use of sampling in electronic music, influencing a generation of artists and leading to its placement in various films and commercials. When 'Natural Blues' was released in March 2000, Moby was riding high from the success of his breakthrough album 'Play', which had propelled him into mainstream recognition. This single marked his continued exploration of blending electronic music with poignant lyrical themes and samples, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the electronic music scene.
Who is Natural Blues for?
Natural Blues works well if you're into haunting emotional resonance throughout, front-loaded energy with depth and immersive listening for reflection.
How many songs are on Natural Blues?
Natural Blues has 5 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Natural Blues (radio edit) Standout 3:03
- 2 Natural Blues (Perfecto remix) Standout 8:13
- 3 Natural Blues (album version) 4:14
- 4 Natural Blues (Mike D. remix) (edit) 4:15
- 5 Whispering Wind Standout 6:05
Release Date
March 14, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
25 min 52 sec
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