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R&R

BT · 2001

144 min · 22 tracks · electronica · ambient · trance

A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive house and trance, woven with intricate melodic layers and hypnotic rhythms.

Why this album works

The album is significant for its complex soundscapes that blend genres like trance and ambient music, influencing the evolution of electronic dance music in the early 2000s. It features remixes that received substantial airplay in clubs and on radio, contributing to BT's reputation as a leading figure in electronic music production. Tracks like 'Flaming June' have become classics within the genre.
Best for
hypnotic rhythms for focused work dynamic journey with peaks wave-like pacing for exploration
Context
In 2001, BT was riding high on the success of his previous albums, particularly 'ESCM' from 1997. 'R&R' marked a pivotal moment as it showcased his ability to remix and reinterpret his own work, blending various styles and collaborating with iconic artists like Paul van Dyk. This album also came during a period defined by BT's exploration of sound design and electronic innovation.
Stylistic neighbors
The Orb· deadmau5· Cassius

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Remember (ESCM 12″ mix) Standout 6:20
  • 2 Forbidden Fruit (BT & PvD’s Food of Love mix) 8:47
  • 3 Transway 5:17
  • 4 Shame (Way Out West mix) 6:22
  • 5 Not Over Yet (BT’s Spirit of Grace) Standout 8:00
  • 6 Let There Be Light (BT mix) 6:44
  • 7 Anomaly (Calling Your Name) 7:42
  • 8 I’m Alive (BT & Sasha mix) 5:09
  • 9 Heart of Imagination 8:10
  • 10 The Dream 7:00
  • 11 Cassa De X 4:19

Disc 2

  • 1 Sunblind 9:58
  • 2 Smartbomb (Plump DJs mix) 4:50
  • 3 Fibonacci Sequence 6:38
  • 4 The Hip Hop Phenomenon 3:44
  • 5 Godspeed (Hybrid mix) 3:57
  • 6 Dreaming (Science Dept.’s Friends and Family mix) 7:28
  • 7 Blue Skies 7:37
  • 8 Never Gonna Come Back Down (Timo Maas mix) 5:45
  • 9 Run to You (BT vs PvD mix) 5:05
  • 10 I Love You (BT mix) 7:44
  • 11 Flaming June Standout 7:14

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