The Other Side Three: Thunderpuss, Soul Solution cover

The Other Side Three: Thunderpuss, Soul Solution

Ayumi Hamasaki · 2001

33 min · 5 tracks · J-pop · electronic

A pulsating blend of club-ready remixes that marry J-pop melodies with infectious dance beats.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its role in popularizing J-pop remixes within the global dance music scene, showcasing Hamasaki's ability to transcend cultural boundaries. It received positive critical reception and helped maintain her presence on the charts, reinforcing her influence during the early 2000s.
Career context
By the time 'The Other Side Three: Thunderpuss, Soul Solution' was released in early 2001, Ayumi Hamasaki had already established herself as a leading figure in J-pop following her breakthrough album 'A Song for XX' in 1999. This release came shortly after the commercial success of her singles and marked her continued evolution into more diverse electronic and dance music styles, solidifying her status as an influential pop icon.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Trauma ‘Thunderpuss Club Mix’ Standout 6:53
  • 2 Trauma ‘ThunderDUB’ Standout 5:56
  • 3 Trauma ‘Thunderpuss Club Instrumental’ 6:53
  • 4 too late ‘Extended Vox’ Standout 7:25
  • 5 too late ‘Soul Solution Dub’ 6:49

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