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The Singles

Basement Jaxx

Album 2005
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About this album

Sound: "An exhilarating blend of house, funk, and electronic beats filled with eclectic samples and infectious hooks."

Where they were

Released in 2005, 'The Singles' serves as a retrospective collection after Basement Jaxx's breakthrough success with 'Remedy' in 1999 and 'Rooty' in 2003. By this time, they had solidified their position in the UK dance music scene, leveraging their vibrant sound to create a substantial catalog that resonated on both club and mainstream charts.

Why it matters

'The Singles' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Basement Jaxx's influence within the electronic music landscape. The album's tracks have since become staples in club culture and have received critical acclaim for their innovative production and catchy melodies.

Essential tracks

  • "Where’s Your Head At" — This track exemplifies Basement Jaxx's ability to fuse catchy vocal hooks with driving beats, becoming an anthem of the early 2000s dance scene.
  • "Good Luck" — 'Good Luck' features a memorable chorus paired with vibrant instrumentation, showcasing the duo's knack for creating uplifting dance tracks that resonate globally.
  • "Red Alert" — As one of their earlier hits, 'Red Alert' captures the energy of their signature sound with its infectious rhythm and playful samples.
  • "Oh My Gosh" — 'Oh My Gosh' combines quirky lyrics with a pulsating beat, illustrating the group's unique style that blends humor and danceability.

Release Date

March 21, 2005

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 Red Alert 3:38
  2. 2 Good Luck 3:31
  3. 3 Romeo 3:26
  4. 4 Oh My Gosh 3:57
  5. 5 Bingo Bango 3:47
  6. 6 Where’s Your Head At 3:59
  7. 7 Rendez-Vu 3:44
  8. 8 Jump n’ Shout 3:38
  9. 9 Lucky Star 3:53
  10. 10 Plug It In 3:19
  11. 11 U Don’t Know Me 3:35
  12. 12 Do Your Thing 4:19
  13. 13 Jus 1 Kiss 3:37
  14. 14 Fly Life 4:04
  15. 15 Samba Magic 4:58

Disc 2

  1. 1 Magnificent Romeo 4:28
  2. 2 I Beg U 3:42
  3. 3 Mere Pass 4:49
  4. 4 Miracles Keep on Playin' (Red Alert remix) 4:34
  5. 5 Bongoloid 4:22
  6. 6 Good Luck (live) 4:53
  7. 7 Rendez-Vu (Latin version) 4:07
  8. 8 Broken Dreams (acoustic) 2:42
  9. 9 Ha Choo 2:35
  10. 10 Onyx 4:10
  11. 11 I Live in Camberwell 3:38
  12. 12 Camberskank 5:43
  13. 13 Jus 1 Kiss (The Isley Bootleg) 5:02
  14. 14 Romeo (acoustic) 3:35

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