The Outsider
DJ Shadow · 2006
96 min · 24 tracks · hip-hop · trip hop
A genre-blurring exploration of hip-hop's boundaries, merging eclectic samples with introspective narratives.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing introspective narratives that provoke thought wave-like flow with surprising turns
- Context
- In 2006, DJ Shadow released 'The Outsider' as his fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The Private Press' from 2002. This album marked a departure from his earlier work, embracing a more diverse sound that included contributions from various artists and genres.
- If you like
- hip-hop, trip hop
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The Outsider is an album by DJ Shadow, released in 2006. A genre-blurring exploration of hip-hop's boundaries, merging eclectic samples with introspective narratives. 'The Outsider' received mixed reviews but showcased DJ Shadow's willingness to experiment, leading to its unique position in his discography. The album peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200 and featured collaborations that expanded his influence within the hip-hop community and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Outsider sound like?
A genre-blurring exploration of hip-hop's boundaries, merging eclectic samples with introspective narratives. Rooted in hip-hop and trip hop.
What makes The Outsider by DJ Shadow notable?
'The Outsider' received mixed reviews but showcased DJ Shadow's willingness to experiment, leading to its unique position in his discography. The album peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200 and featured collaborations that expanded his influence within the hip-hop community and beyond. In 2006, DJ Shadow released 'The Outsider' as his fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The Private Press' from 2002. This album marked a departure from his earlier work, embracing a more diverse sound that included contributions from various artists and genres.
Who is The Outsider for?
The Outsider works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied pacing, introspective narratives that provoke thought and wave-like flow with surprising turns.
How many songs are on The Outsider?
The Outsider has 24 tracks, running approximately 96 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Outsider Intro 2:20
- 2 This Time (I’m Gonna Try It My Way) Standout 3:05
- 3 3 Freaks Standout 3:49
- 4 Droop-E Drop 0:18
- 5 Turf Dancing 4:35
- 6 Keep Em Close 3:05
- 7 Seein’ Thangs 3:40
- 8 Broken Levee Blues 2:07
- 9 Artifact (instrumental) 2:55
- 10 Backstage Girl 7:21
- 11 Triplicate / Something Happened That Day 3:43
- 12 The Tiger 5:23
- 13 Erase You (long version) Standout 7:55
- 14 What Have I Done 5:24
- 15 Triplicate, Part 3 2:52
- 16 You Made It 2:47
- 17 Enuff 4:28
- 18 Dats My Part 4:06
Disc 2
- 1 Seein’ Thangs 3:40
- 2 The Tiger 5:15
- 3 Erase You 6:52
- 4 Triplicate 1:52
- 5 Behind the Scenes of the Making of the Video: “3 Freaks” 8:08
- 6 Credits 0:29
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