Treddin' on Thin Ice cover

Treddin' on Thin Ice

Wiley · 2004

47 min · 15 tracks · drum and bass · grime · UK garage

A vibrant fusion of UK garage and grime, teeming with infectious beats and clever wordplay.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo grooves throughout
  • infectious beats for dancing
  • clever wordplay for engaged listening
  • uplifting vibes for motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely introspective sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 26, 2004, 'Treddin' on Thin Ice' was Wiley's debut studio album after establishing himself as a key figure in the UK garage scene. At this point, Wiley was transitioning into grime, shaping the genre's early sound and gaining recognition for his innovative approach.
Stylistic neighbors
Skepta· Jme· Stormzy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Game 3:10
  • 2 Pick Ur Self Up 4:02
  • 3 Wot Do U Call It? 3:19
  • 4 Eskimo (interlude) 0:56
  • 5 Goin’ Mad 3:39
  • 6 Doorway 3:50
  • 7 Special Girl 4:34
  • 8 Avalanche (interlude) 1:23
  • 9 Reasons 4:09
  • 10 Got Somebody 3:59
  • 11 Pies 3:26
  • 12 Ice-rink (interlude) 0:34
  • 13 Next Level 3:21
  • 14 Treddin’ on Thin Ice 3:14
  • 15 I Was Lost 3:27

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