Released 30 years ago this October
Wicked!
Scooter · 1996
61 min · 15 tracks · house music
Energetic beats and euphoric synths create an exhilarating rave soundtrack that embodies the spirit of 90s dance culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'm Raving Start here — As one of the album's standout tracks, I'm Raving captures the quintessential Scooter sound with its driving beat and catchy chorus, becoming a defining anthem of 90s rave culture.
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We Take You Higher — This track exemplifies Scooter's energetic style, blending uplifting melodies with fast-paced rhythms that encourage listeners to dance and celebrate.
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When I Was a Young Boy — This song showcases a more reflective side of Scooter while maintaining their signature high energy, featuring nostalgic lyrics paired with an infectious beat.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers energetic house music with solid production but lacks depth in composition and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief introduction before launching into high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo throughout.
- Several tracks feature repetitive hooks and driving beats, characteristic of the house genre, designed for dance floors.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly compared to the earlier material, providing a moment of respite before concluding.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energetic flow throughout
- for dance party vibes
- euphoric beats for celebration
- great for upbeat workout sessions
- engaging tracks for raving atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- looking for standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Scooter's reputation in the rave scene with significant chart success.
- Themes
- 90s rave culture· euphoric dance anthems· nostalgic youth memories
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Wicked! was Scooter's third studio album, following their successful second album, Our Happy Hardcore. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the European electronic music scene, establishing a distinct sound characterized by high-energy tracks and catchy hooks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Darude· Armin van Buuren
Tracklist
- 1 Wicked Introduction 1:45
- 2 I'm Raving Start here 3:28
- 3 We Take You Higher 4:22
- 4 Awakening 4:26
- 5 When I Was a Young Boy 3:58
- 6 Coldwater Canyon 5:15
- 7 Scooter Del Mar 4:58
- 8 Zebras Crossing the Street 4:58
- 9 Don't Let It Be Me 3:59
- 10 The First Time 5:26
- 11 Break It Up 3:37
- 12 Back in the U.K. (radio version) 3:24
- 13 Rebel Yell (radio edit) 3:40
- 14 Let Me Be Your Valentine (edit) 3:49
- 15 I'm Raving (DB 600 remix) 4:47
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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