About this album
Where they were
By the time 'Dude Descending a Staircase' was released in 2003, Apollo 440 had already established their sound with previous albums like 'Millennium Fever' (1999). This album marked a shift towards a more experimental approach, incorporating diverse genres while retaining their signature electronic edge. It came during a period when the band sought to expand their audience and explore new musical territories.
Why it matters
This album is notable for its innovative fusion of genres that contributed to the early 2000s electronic rock scene, garnering attention from both critics and fans. It also included tracks that received significant airplay on alternative radio, helping to solidify Apollo 440's place in the evolving landscape of British electronic music.
Essential tracks
- "Dude Descending a Staircase" — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its infectious beats and clever sampling, showcasing Apollo 440's knack for genre-blending.
- "Electronic Civil Disobedience" — This track exemplifies the band's political edge, merging catchy hooks with provocative themes around modern societal issues.
- "Disco Sucks" — A bold statement piece that critiques the disco era while infusing it with contemporary electronic flair, making it both nostalgic and fresh.
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Dude Descending a Staircase 5:06
- 2 Hustler Groove 6:14
- 3 Disco Sucks 3:55
- 4 N’existe pas 6:45
- 5 Electronic Civil Disobedience 4:55
- 6 1, 2, 3, 4 3:45
- 7 Escape to Beyond the Planet of the Super Ape 4:40
- 8 Time Is Running Out 5:00
- 9 Children of the Future 7:55
Disc 2
- 1 Diamonds in the Sidewalk 3:41
- 2 Something’s Got to Give 6:54
- 3 Christiane 5:37
- 4 Existe 6:00
- 5 Bulletproof Blues 6:21
- 6 Suitcase ’88 4:31
- 7 Check Your Ego 4:09
- 8 Rope, Rapture & The Rising Sun 7:06
- 9 Bad Chemistry 2:46
