Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993
Moby · 1996
114 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · house · punk
An eclectic mix of club-ready remixes and ambient explorations that define Moby's early electronic sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with surprises club-ready remixes for dancing exploratory mixes for deep listening
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993' came after Moby's breakthrough album 'Everything Is Wrong' (1995) and before his commercial peak with 'Play' (1999). This collection showcases the evolution of his sound through various remixes and lesser-known tracks, highlighting his prolific output during the early '90s.
- If you like
- alternative rock, house, punk
Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 is an album by Moby, released in 1996. An eclectic mix of club-ready remixes and ambient explorations that define Moby's early electronic sound. This compilation is significant for its representation of Moby's diverse styles during a transformative period in electronic music. It includes tracks that helped solidify his reputation as a key innovator in the genre, influencing countless artists and contributing to the rise of electronic music on mainstream charts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 sound like?
An eclectic mix of club-ready remixes and ambient explorations that define Moby's early electronic sound. Rooted in alternative rock and house.
What makes Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 by Moby notable?
This compilation is significant for its representation of Moby's diverse styles during a transformative period in electronic music. It includes tracks that helped solidify his reputation as a key innovator in the genre, influencing countless artists and contributing to the rise of electronic music on mainstream charts. Released in 1996, 'Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993' came after Moby's breakthrough album 'Everything Is Wrong' (1995) and before his commercial peak with 'Play' (1999). This collection showcases the evolution of his sound through various remixes and lesser-known tracks, highlighting his prolific output during the early '90s.
Who is Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 for?
Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 works well if you're into wave-like pacing with surprises, club-ready remixes for dancing and exploratory mixes for deep listening.
How many songs are on Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993?
Rare: The Collected B-Sides 1989–1993 has 24 tracks, running approximately 114 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Voodoo Child (Poor in NY mix) Standout 5:04
- 2 Next Is the E (club mix) 5:56
- 3 Drug Fits the Face (Drug Free mix) 4:07
- 4 Have You Seen My Baby? (Baby mix) 5:00
- 5 UHF 2 5:00
- 6 Time’s Up (Dust mix) 3:18
- 7 Drop a Beat (Deep mix) 6:05
- 8 Mobility (Aqua mix) 4:38
- 9 I Feel It (Synthe mix) 7:01
- 10 Thousand Standout 4:24
Disc 2
- 1 Go (Woodtick mix) 4:27
- 2 Go (Analog mix) 3:25
- 3 Go (Subliminal mix) 4:11
- 4 Go (Night Time mix) 5:01
- 5 Go (original mix) Standout 2:10
- 6 Go (Low Spirit mix) 2:56
- 7 Go (Rainforest mix) 5:07
- 8 Go (Delirium mix) 6:03
- 9 Go (Voodoo Child mix) 4:43
- 10 Go (Barracuda mix) 4:40
- 11 Go (Arpathoski mix) 4:55
- 12 Go (In Dub mix) 7:02
- 13 Go (Soundtrack mix) 5:33
- 14 Go (Amphetamix) 3:35
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
114 min 34 sec
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