Pow 2011 cover

Pow 2011

Wiley · 2011

30 min · 8 tracks · drum and bass · grime · UK garage

A high-energy blend of grime and UK garage that ignites the dance floor with its infectious hooks.

Why this album works

'Pow 2011' is significant not only for its chart performance, peaking at number 8 on the UK Singles Chart but also for reviving interest in grime during a period when the genre was gaining wider recognition. The track's remixes and various versions highlight Wiley's adaptability and the enduring appeal of his sound in contemporary music.
Best for
dance floor ignition moments infectious hooks for celebration steady energy for group vibes
Context
By 2011, Wiley was already a prominent figure in the grime scene, having released his debut album 'Treadin' on Thin Ice' in 2004. 'Pow 2011' served as a reimagining of his 2004 single 'Pow!', which had established him as a key artist in UK's urban music landscape, reflecting his continued influence and evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Dizzee Rascal· Ms. Dynamite· Kano

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pow 2011 (radio edit) Standout 3:00
  • 2 Pow 2011 (Big Beat Productions remix) (radio edit) 3:23
  • 3 Pow 2011 (clean version) Standout 3:43
  • 4 Pow 2011 (instrumental) 3:43
  • 5 Pow 2011 (Big Beat Productions remix) (clean version) 4:30
  • 6 Pow 2011 3:43
  • 7 Pow 2011 (a cappella) 3:29
  • 8 Pow 2011 (Big Beat Productions remix) Standout 4:30

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