Essential 1990s drum and bass

The best Drum and Bass albums of the 1990s.

Where to start with 1990–1999 drum and bass — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top of the 1990s — drum and bass

Top picks from 1990–1999, ranked by where we would start.

Movin' Melodies

ATB

Movin' Melodies

A euphoric blend of progressive trance and ambient melodies that invites listeners to lose themselves in its rhythmic flow.

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Bluff Limbo

Mike Paradinas

Bluff Limbo

A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient textures and intricate beats, merging the playful with the experimental in electronic music.

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Das Ist Ein Groovy Beat, Ja

Mike Paradinas

Das Ist Ein Groovy Beat, Ja

A collision of frenetic rhythms and melodic intricacies that redefine electronic music's boundaries in the mid-90s.

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Last Century Modern

Towa Tei

Last Century Modern

A vibrant blend of eclectic samples and infectious grooves that encapsulates the playful spirit of late '90s electronic music.

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In Stereo

Bomfunk MC's

In Stereo

'In Stereo' encapsulates the band's vibrant energy and rhythmic innovation, making it an ideal entry point. It balances catchy melodies with powerful beats, reflecting their unique approach to blending genres.

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Sweet Robots Against the Machine

Towa Tei

Sweet Robots Against the Machine

A vibrant blend of jazzy samples, electronic rhythms, and eclectic influences creates a playful yet sophisticated sonic landscape.

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28 Gun Bad Boy

A Guy Called Gerald

28 Gun Bad Boy

A kaleidoscopic blend of acid house rhythms and jungle beats, layered with evocative samples and soulful melodies.

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Black Secret Technology

A Guy Called Gerald

Black Secret Technology

A pulsating blend of acid house, jungle rhythms, and dreamlike soundscapes that evokes a futuristic dancefloor experience.

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Pull the Plug

London Elektricity

Pull the Plug

Dynamic drum and bass rhythms intertwine with lush, cinematic soundscapes, creating an immersive auditory experience that invites movement.

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Modus Operandi

Photek

Modus Operandi

A seamless blend of intricate breakbeats and atmospheric soundscapes that redefine the boundaries of drum and bass.

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New Forms

Roni Size

New Forms

Dynamic drum and bass rhythms interweave with intricate samples, creating a vibrant audio tapestry that captures the essence of 90s UK electronic music.

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Industry

Dom & Roland

Industry

A complex tapestry of atmospheric soundscapes woven with intricate drum patterns and deep bass grooves.

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Colours

Adam F

Colours

An exhilarating fusion of big beat and drum and bass layered with intricate samples and bold, cinematic textures.

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