Pre-Millennium Tension cover

Released 30 years ago

Pre-Millennium Tension

Tricky · 1996

45 min · 11 tracks · electronic · trip hop · experimental hip-hop

A haunting blend of atmospheric beats and disjointed vocals that encapsulate a pre-millennial sense of unease.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting, atmospheric listening experience
  • introspective late-night vibes
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1996, 'Pre-Millennium Tension' is Tricky's second studio album, following his critically acclaimed debut 'Maxinquaye'. The album marks a significant evolution in his sound, as he begins to explore more complex themes and darker tones, further solidifying his position in the emergent trip-hop scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Massive Attack· Portishead· DJ Shadow

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Vent 3:04
  • 2 Christiansands 3:52
  • 3 Tricky Kid 4:11
  • 4 Bad Dreams 4:12
  • 5 Makes Me Wanna Die 4:01
  • 6 Ghetto Youth 5:37
  • 7 Sex Drive 3:49
  • 8 Bad Things 5:11
  • 9 Lyrics of Fury 3:20
  • 10 My Evil Is Strong 3:59
  • 11 Piano 4:13

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