What does Second Toughest in the Infants sound like?

A sprawling sonic landscape where progressive house and techno intertwine with emotive synth-pop elements. Rooted in synth-pop and techno. Start with "Juanita / Kiteless / To Dream of Love".

Is Second Toughest in the Infants a good place to start with Underworld?

Yes, Second Toughest in the Infants is recommended as a starting point for new Underworld listeners. A sprawling sonic landscape where progressive house and techno intertwine with emotive synth-pop elements. When 'Second Toughest in the Infants' was released, Underworld was already solidifying their place in electronic music after their breakthrough with 'Dubnobasswithmyheadman' in 1994. This album served as a follow-up that explored more complex soundscapes and longer track structures, showcasing their evolution as artists during the mid-90s club scene.

Who is Second Toughest in the Infants for?

Second Toughest in the Infants works well if you're into gradual build with immersive payoff, late-night exploration of soundscapes and long tracks for deep engagement.

How many songs are on Second Toughest in the Infants?

Second Toughest in the Infants has 8 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Second Toughest in the Infants

Underworld · 1996

73 min · 8 tracks · synth-pop · techno · progressive house

A sprawling sonic landscape where progressive house and techno intertwine with emotive synth-pop elements.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

gradual build with immersive payoff
late-night exploration of soundscapes
long tracks for deep engagement
sprawling sonic landscapes to wander

Maybe skip if you want

prefer concise, punchy tracks
seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — This album is a landmark in progressive house, showcasing Underworld's artistic ambition.
Themes: immersive soundscapes· club culture exploration· urban nightlife pulse
Career context: When 'Second Toughest in the Infants' was released, Underworld was already solidifying their place in electronic music after their breakthrough with 'Dubnobasswithmyheadman' in 1994. This album served as a follow-up that explored more complex soundscapes and longer track structures, showcasing their evolution as artists during the mid-90s club scene.
Stylistic neighbors: The Chemical Brothers· Fatboy Slim· Daft Punk
If this clicks, go next to: Beaucoup Fish — Continues the blend of progressive house and emotive elements with fresh sounds.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Dig Your Own Hole by The Chemical Brothers — Shares a similar blend of progressive beats and immersive soundscapes, for the club culture vibe.

Leftism by Leftfield — Combines deep basslines and electronic textures with emotive elements, echoing urban nightlife themes.

In Sides by Orbital — Explores expansive sonic landscapes and intricate arrangements, resonating with progressive house aesthetics.

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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Juanita / Kiteless / To Dream of Love".

1 Juanita / Kiteless / To Dream of Love Start here 16:36
2 Banstyle / Sappys Curry 15:22
3 Confusion the Waitress 6:47
4 Rowla 6:31
5 Pearls Girl 9:36
6 Air Towel 7:37
7 Blueski 2:55
8 Stagger 7:37

What to play next

This album is considered a Critical Peak in Underworld's catalog. This album is a landmark in progressive house, showcasing Underworld's artistic ambition.

Listen next

Beaucoup Fish

1999

Continues the blend of progressive house and emotive elements with fresh sounds.

Go back to

Dubnobasswithmyheadman

1994

Sets the stage with similar sonic themes and energy leading into the current album.

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