Ghettoblaster
Armand Van Helden · 2007
84 min · 22 tracks · house · garage house
A pulsating fusion of house beats and playful vocals that encapsulates early 2000s dance culture.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic progression with remixes long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing throughout
- Context
- By the time 'Ghettoblaster' was released in 2007, Armand Van Helden was already an established figure in house music, known for hits like 'Professional Widow' and 'Kentucky Fried Flow'. This album came after his 2003 release, 'The Funk Phenomena', showcasing his continued evolution within the dance music scene while experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.
- If you like
- house, garage house
- What next
- You Don't Know Me: The Best of Armand Van Helden — Offers a curated experience of his hits, building on Ghettoblaster's energy.
Ghettoblaster is an album by Armand Van Helden, released in 2007. A pulsating fusion of house beats and playful vocals that encapsulates early 2000s dance culture. 'Ghettoblaster' received positive reviews and contributed to the resurgence of interest in house music during the mid-2000s. Tracks like 'I Want Your Soul' helped solidify Van Helden's influence on contemporary electronic music, leading to a new wave of artists drawing inspiration from his work. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ghettoblaster sound like?
A pulsating fusion of house beats and playful vocals that encapsulates early 2000s dance culture. Rooted in house and garage house.
What makes Ghettoblaster by Armand Van Helden notable?
'Ghettoblaster' received positive reviews and contributed to the resurgence of interest in house music during the mid-2000s. Tracks like 'I Want Your Soul' helped solidify Van Helden's influence on contemporary electronic music, leading to a new wave of artists drawing inspiration from his work. By the time 'Ghettoblaster' was released in 2007, Armand Van Helden was already an established figure in house music, known for hits like 'Professional Widow' and 'Kentucky Fried Flow'. This album came after his 2003 release, 'The Funk Phenomena', showcasing his continued evolution within the dance music scene while experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.
Who is Ghettoblaster for?
Ghettoblaster works well if you're into dynamic progression with remixes, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing throughout.
How many songs are on Ghettoblaster?
Ghettoblaster has 22 tracks, running approximately 84 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Go Crazy! Standout 6:52
- 2 Touch Your Toes 5:34
- 3 I Want Your Soul Standout 6:38
- 4 NYC Beat Standout 6:30
- 5 Playing House 6:03
- 6 This Ain't Hollywood 3:50
- 7 Still In Love 6:04
- 8 Playmate 4:25
- 9 Je T'Aime 7:20
- 10 To Be A Freak 6:43
- 11 All Nite 4:33
- 12 A Track Called Jack 6:18
Disc 2
- 1 NYC Beat (MSTRKRFT)
- 2 I Want Your Soul (TV Rock Remix)
- 3 Touch Your Toes (Stretch Armstrong Remix)
- 4 NYC Beat (Detroit Mix)
- 5 I Want Your Soul (Tommy Trash Mix)
- 6 Touch Your Toes (Audio Booty's Remix) 7:49
- 7 I Want Your Soul (Wizard's Breaks Mix Featuring MC Ivory)
- 8 A Track Called Jack (Jahawi's Jackin' Off Remix)
- 9 Playmate (Jesse Rose Remix) 5:53
- 10 NYC Beat (Emperor Machine Ext Vocal)
Release Date
April 24, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
84 min 33 sec
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