Things Are What They Used to Be
Zoot Woman · 2009
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative dance
A vibrant blend of electronic grooves and soulful melodies that encapsulates early 2000s alternative dance.
Why this album works
'Things Are What They Used to Be' received positive critical acclaim and showcased Zoot Woman's distinctive sound within the alternative dance genre. The album's lead single, 'Lonely by Your Side', became a notable hit in the UK, contributing to a resurgence of interest in their music during this period.
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'Things Are What They Used to Be' is Zoot Woman's third album, following their 2003 effort 'Zoot Woman'. At this point, the band was further refining their sound after a five-year hiatus, exploring deeper emotional themes while maintaining their danceable aesthetic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cabaret Voltaire· The Prodigy· The Crystal Method
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just a Friend of Mine 3:11
- 2 Lonely by Your Side Standout 3:26
- 3 More Than Ever 3:28
- 4 Saturation Standout 6:13
- 5 Take You Higher 3:19
- 6 Witness 3:36
- 7 Lust Forever 2:49
- 8 Memory 3:30
- 9 We Won't Break 3:05
- 10 Things Are What They Used to Be Standout 4:17
- 11 Blue Sea 3:36
- 12 Live in My Head 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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