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Shape the Future

Nightmares on Wax · 2018

57 min · 13 tracks · electronic · trip hop

A fusion of downtempo grooves and soulful melodies that transport listeners to a reflective sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective sonic landscapes
  • steady flow with peaks
  • soulful melodies for relaxation
  • for evening unwind

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2018, Nightmares on Wax released 'Shape the Future' as their seventh studio album, marking over two decades since their debut. This album comes after a period of experimentation and showcases a return to their roots in trip-hop and electronic music while integrating contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Bonobo· Thievery Corporation· Air

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Back to Nature 7:35
  • 2 Tell My Vision 4:14
  • 3 Shape the Future 6:19
  • 4 On It Maestro 4:15
  • 5 Tomorrow 4:30
  • 6 Typical 4:40
  • 7 Tenor Fly 2:41
  • 8 Citizen Kane 4:00
  • 9 Deep Shadows 3:57
  • 10 Gotta Smile 6:44
  • 11 The Other Ship 4:07
  • 12 World Inside
  • 13 Citizen Kane (rap version) 4:09

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