About this album
Where they were
Infected Mushroom was already gaining prominence in the electronic music scene by 2003, following their breakthrough album 'The Gathering' in 1999. 'Converting Vegetarians' marked a notable shift as it showcased their willingness to experiment with diverse musical styles beyond their established trance roots, including elements of rock and orchestral music.
Why it matters
This album is significant for its innovative fusion of genres, which helped to expand the sonic possibilities within the trance movement. It received critical acclaim and solidified Infected Mushroom's status as pioneers, influencing numerous artists in the psytrance scene while charting on various electronic music lists globally.
Essential tracks
- "Avratz" — 'Avratz' combines intricate melodies with driving beats, embodying the album's adventurous spirit and showcasing the duo's production prowess.
- "Elation Station" — With its uplifting vibe and catchy hooks, 'Elation Station' serves as a perfect example of how the album blends euphoric energy with experimental sounds.
- "Deeply Disturbed" — 'Deeply Disturbed' contrasts darker tones with frenetic rhythms, reflecting the album's exploration of varied emotional landscapes in electronic music.
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
Israel
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Albibeno 7:03
- 2 Hush Mail 7:01
- 3 Apogiffa Night 8:08
- 4 Song Pong 8:36
- 5 Chaplin 6:54
- 6 Echonomix 7:43
- 7 Scorpion Frog 8:00
- 8 Deeply Disturbed 8:26
- 9 Semi Nice 6:09
- 10 Yanko Pitch 8:13
Disc 2
- 1 Converting Vegetarians 5:39
- 2 Elation Station 5:35
- 3 Drop Out 5:14
- 4 Avratz 10:23
- 5 Blink 5:32
- 6 Shakawkaw 4:08
- 7 Pletzturra 6:44
- 8 I Wish 3:00
- 9 Ballerium 7:17
- 10 Selecta 5:21
- 11 Illuminaughty 4:50
- 12 Jeenge 7:02
- 13 Elevation 5:15
