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N.O.W Is the Time

Nightmares on Wax · 2014

145 min · 28 tracks · electronic · trip hop

A vibrant tapestry of laid-back grooves and soulful melodies that invites introspection and dance alike.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with dynamic flow
  • laid-back grooves for introspective moments
  • danceable rhythms for relaxed gatherings
  • soulful melodies inviting reflection
  • long-form listening for deep engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone hits only

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'N.O.W Is the Time' in January 2014, Nightmares on Wax had already established themselves as a pioneering force in electronic music since their debut in the early 1990s. This album marked their return after a five-year hiatus, showcasing a matured sound while maintaining the signature blend of trip-hop and downtempo that characterized their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Bonobo· Thievery Corporation· Air

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Wish 3:31
  • 2 Mind Eye 7:05
  • 3 Argha Noah 7:54
  • 4 Calling 7:56
  • 5 Dreadover Board 5:49
  • 6 Thinking of Omara 5:33
  • 7 Be There 5:03
  • 8 Les Nuits 6:20
  • 9 Morse 6:21
  • 10 I Am You (live in Chicago) 4:10
  • 11 Passion 3:26
  • 12 Give Thx 3:35

Disc 2

  • 1 195 Lbs 5:37
  • 2 70’s 80’s 5:31
  • 3 Flip Ya Lid 5:25
  • 4 Be, I Do 4:48
  • 5 (Man) Tha Journey 6:21
  • 6 Now Is the Time 4:00
  • 7 Bless My Soul 5:57
  • 8 Da Feelin 4:42
  • 9 African Pirates 6:24
  • 10 Mega Donutz 5:13
  • 11 Mission Venice 2:51
  • 12 Dextrous 4:04
  • 13 Aftermath 3:21
  • 14 I’m for Real 5:21
  • 15 Set Me Free (piano dub) 5:04
  • 16 Nights Interlude 3:27

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