What's That Noise?
Coldcut · 1989
61 min · 13 tracks · electronica
A vibrant tapestry of samples and beats that encapsulates the playful spirit of late '80s UK electronica.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for dancing
- wave-like pacing throughout
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- engaging party atmosphere
- samples that spark nostalgia
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek slow, introspective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 1, 1989, 'What's That Noise?' marked Coldcut's debut album following their rise as influential dance music producers. At this point in their career, they were already known for their innovative remixes and contributions to the early acid house scene, setting the stage for future projects that would blend genres and push sonic boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· The Chemical Brothers· DJ Shadow
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 People Hold On 3:57
- 2 Fat (Party & Bullshit) 4:34
- 3 (I’m) In Deep 5:22
- 4 My Telephone 5:26
- 5 Theme From “Reportage” 1:34
- 6 Which Doctor? 4:59
- 7 Beats & Pieces (Mo Bass remix) 5:59
- 8 Stop This Crazy Thing 5:56
- 9 No Connection 3:36
- 10 Smoke 1 4:51
- 11 Doctorin’ The House (Say R mix) 5:18
- 12 What’s That Noise? 2:55
- 13 Stop This Crazy Thing (Hedmaster mix) 7:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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