Culture of Fear
Thievery Corporation · 2011
49 min · 13 tracks · trip hop · dub music · downtempo
A fusion of ethereal melodies and socially conscious themes, enveloped in smooth electronic grooves and dub rhythms.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experience
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Culture of Fear' is Thievery Corporation's fifth studio album, following their 2006 release 'Versions'. At this point, the duo had established a distinct sound blending various genres, while continuing to explore political themes in their music.
- If you like
- trip hop, dub music, downtempo
- What next
- Saudade — Continues the exploration of ethereal sounds with a fresh take on themes and grooves.
Culture of Fear is an album by Thievery Corporation, released in 2011. A fusion of ethereal melodies and socially conscious themes, enveloped in smooth electronic grooves and dub rhythms. 'Culture of Fear' received critical acclaim for its eclectic sound and thought-provoking lyrics, solidifying Thievery Corporation's influence on the downtempo and electronic scenes. The album's commentary on societal anxieties resonated with listeners amid growing global unrest, marking it as a significant work within their discography. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Culture of Fear sound like?
A fusion of ethereal melodies and socially conscious themes, enveloped in smooth electronic grooves and dub rhythms. Rooted in trip hop and dub music. Start with "Web of Deception".
Is Culture of Fear a good place to start with Thievery Corporation?
Yes, Culture of Fear is recommended as a starting point for new Thievery Corporation listeners. A fusion of ethereal melodies and socially conscious themes, enveloped in smooth electronic grooves and dub rhythms. Released in 2011, 'Culture of Fear' is Thievery Corporation's fifth studio album, following their 2006 release 'Versions'. At this point, the duo had established a distinct sound blending various genres, while continuing to explore political themes in their music.
Who is Culture of Fear for?
Culture of Fear works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experience.
How many songs are on Culture of Fear?
Culture of Fear has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Web of Deception.
- 1 Web of Deception Start here 4:33
- 2 Culture of Fear Standout 3:13
- 3 Take My Soul 3:52
- 4 Light Flares 3:02
- 5 Stargazer 3:45
- 6 Where It All Starts 3:21
- 7 Tower Seven Standout 7:49
- 8 Is It Over? 3:23
- 9 False Flag Dub 3:05
- 10 Safar (The Journey) 1:43
- 11 Fragments 4:11
- 12 Overstand 3:40
- 13 Free 4:03
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