Ready for a New Day
Todd Terry · 1997
72 min · 14 tracks · house music
A vibrant fusion of house beats and soulful melodies that beckons listeners to dance and embrace new beginnings.
Top tracks — play these first
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Something Goin' On — This track exemplifies Terry's knack for blending catchy hooks with deep grooves, making it a staple in DJ sets and a highlight of the album.
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Ready for a New Day — The title track encapsulates the album's uplifting spirit, pairing infectious rhythms with lyrics that inspire positivity and renewal.
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Keep on Jumpin' — This song features a classic house vibe with its driving beat and vocal samples, making it an anthem for dance floors during its release.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines danceable beats with soulful elements, appealing to house music fans.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent tempo around 125 BPM, ideal for dance floors.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples, but they are often used as rhythmic elements rather than traditional verses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant dance floor anthems
- uplifting beats for celebration
- short bursts of infectious energy
- soulful melodies that inspire movement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quiet, introspective moments
- seek complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1997, Todd Terry was already an established figure in the house music scene, having gained recognition with hits like 'Free Yourself' and 'Keep on Jumpin'. This album marked his return after a period of relative quiet, showcasing his ability to evolve while maintaining the infectious energy that defined his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Armand Van Helden· Roger Sanchez· David Morales
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Ready for a New Day
The chorus shifts from personal reflection to collective hope, inviting all to join in a celebration of new possibilities.
This transition from individual sentiment to communal encouragement amplifies the song's message of optimism and inclusivity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Preacher 1:22
- 2 Something Goin' On 6:50
- 3 I'm Feelin It 5:52
- 4 Ready for a New Day 6:17
- 5 It's Over Love 4:53
- 6 Satisfaction Guaranteed 7:58
- 7 Sax Trac 7:01
- 8 Come on Baby 5:49
- 9 Free Yourself 5:54
- 10 Live Without You 5:24
- 11 Keep on Jumpin' 5:28
- 12 The Rave 1:47
- 13 Something Goin' On (Loop da Loop Uptown edit) 3:54
- 14 Keep on Jumpin' (Rhythm Masters Thumpin' radio edit) 3:31
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