The Decade of Darkness 1990-2000
Afrika Bambaataa · 1991
61 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · rapping · electro
A vibrant fusion of electro, hip-hop, and funk that embodies the eclectic spirit of early '90s dance culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dance floor energy throughout
- dynamic flow with peaks
- celebratory vibes for gatherings
- nostalgic nods to past eras
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quiet introspective moments
- prefering slow, sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1991, 'The Decade of Darkness 1990-2000' marked Afrika Bambaataa's return after a period of experimentation following his groundbreaking work in the late '80s. This album followed his influential release 'Planet Rock' and showcased his evolution as a pioneer in merging hip-hop with electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Grandmaster Flash· Kraftwerk· Soulsonic Force
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Get Up and Dance 3:44
- 2 Taste the Funk 4:03
- 3 Sweat 4:26
- 4 Save the World 4:14
- 5 Can’t Give You Up 5:01
- 6 Power Boy Power 4:20
- 7 Steppin’ Hard Zulu Nation 5:49
- 8 Freedom 4:07
- 9 Soca Fever (Rock It) 4:02
- 10 In a Minute 4:48
- 11 Electro Funk Express 10:06
- 12 Say It Loud (I’m Black, I’m Proud) 6:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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