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Radio Retaliation

Thievery Corporation · 2008

56 min · 15 tracks · trip hop · dub music · downtempo

A fusion of downtempo grooves and global influences, creating a soundscape that is both relaxing and politically charged.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Radio Retaliation' was Thievery Corporation's fifth studio album, following their successful 2005 release 'The Richest Man in Babylon'. At this point, the duo had firmly established themselves within the electronic music scene, known for seamlessly blending various genres and cultural sounds. This album continued their exploration of socio-political themes through music while showcasing their signature downtempo style.
Stylistic neighbors
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Sound the Alarm".

  • 1 Sound the Alarm Start here 3:41
  • 2 Mandala 4:00
  • 3 Radio Retaliation 3:26
  • 4 Vampires 4:57
  • 5 Hare Krsna 3:35
  • 6 El Pueblo Unido 3:28
  • 7 (The Forgotten People) 3:10
  • 8 33° 3:47
  • 9 Beautiful Drug 3:27
  • 10 La Femme Parallel 4:29
  • 11 Retaliation Suite 2:53
  • 12 The Numbers Game 3:03
  • 13 The Shining Path 3:38
  • 14 Blasting Through the City 3:33
  • 15 Sweet Tides 4:48

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