Planet Rock: The Album cover

Released 40 years ago

Planet Rock: The Album

Afrika Bambaataa · 1986

43 min · 7 tracks · hip-hop · rapping · electro

A groundbreaking fusion of electro beats and hip-hop rhythms that redefined dance music's landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady rhythmic dance journey
  • energetic party atmosphere
  • nostalgic throwback vibes
  • engaging groove for movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, introspective tracks
  • seek standalone single experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1986, Afrika Bambaataa was transitioning from his influential role in the early hip-hop scene to becoming a pioneer of electronic music. 'Planet Rock: The Album' followed his seminal track 'Planet Rock' from 1982, solidifying his status as a key figure in the emergence of electro-funk and dance music.
Stylistic neighbors
Grandmaster Flash· Kraftwerk· Soulsonic Force

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Planet Rock (original twelve‐inch version) 7:31
  • 2 Looking for the Perfect Beat (original twelve‐inch version) 7:02
  • 3 Renegades of Funk (remix) 6:46
  • 4 Frantic Situation (Frantic mix) 3:49
  • 5 Who You Funkin’ With? 6:23
  • 6 Go Go Pop 6:00
  • 7 They Made a Mistake 5:31

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata