The Richest Man in Babylon
Thievery Corporation · 2002
57 min · 15 tracks · trip hop · dub music · downtempo
A rich tapestry of global sounds woven with downtempo beats and lush, laid-back grooves.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions contemplative, reflective moods
- Context
- By the time 'The Richest Man in Babylon' was released in 2002, Thievery Corporation had already established themselves as a leading figure in the downtempo and lounge music scenes with their previous album, 'The Mirror Conspiracy.' This album marked a continuation of their exploration of multicultural influences and sonic experimentation, solidifying their reputation for blending electronic music with world rhythms.
- If you like
- trip hop, dub music, downtempo
- What next
- The Cosmic Game — Continues the global sound exploration with fresh beats and varied influences.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an album by Thievery Corporation, released in 2002. A rich tapestry of global sounds woven with downtempo beats and lush, laid-back grooves. 'The Richest Man in Babylon' received critical acclaim for its intricate production and diverse influences, charting on the Billboard Electronic Albums chart. It further popularized the genre of downtempo music in the early 2000s and has been influential among subsequent artists exploring similar sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Richest Man in Babylon sound like?
A rich tapestry of global sounds woven with downtempo beats and lush, laid-back grooves. Rooted in trip hop and dub music. Start with "Heaven's Gonna Burn Your Eyes".
Is The Richest Man in Babylon a good place to start with Thievery Corporation?
Yes, The Richest Man in Babylon is recommended as a starting point for new Thievery Corporation listeners. A rich tapestry of global sounds woven with downtempo beats and lush, laid-back grooves. By the time 'The Richest Man in Babylon' was released in 2002, Thievery Corporation had already established themselves as a leading figure in the downtempo and lounge music scenes with their previous album, 'The Mirror Conspiracy.' This album marked a continuation of their exploration of multicultural influences and sonic experimentation, solidifying their reputation for blending electronic music with world rhythms.
Who is The Richest Man in Babylon for?
The Richest Man in Babylon works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and contemplative, reflective moods.
How many songs are on The Richest Man in Babylon?
The Richest Man in Babylon has 15 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Heaven's Gonna Burn Your Eyes.
- 1 Heaven's Gonna Burn Your Eyes Start here 4:10
- 2 Facing East 3:43
- 3 The Outernationalist Standout 3:30
- 4 Interlude 1:21
- 5 Omid (Hope) Standout 3:48
- 6 All That We Perceive 3:46
- 7 Un simple histoire (A Simple Story) 3:45
- 8 Meu destino (My Destiny) 3:29
- 9 Exilio (Exile) 3:03
- 10 From Creation 4:20
- 11 The Richest Man in Babylon 3:50
- 12 Liberation Front 5:04
- 13 The State of the Union 4:28
- 14 Until the Morning 3:56
- 15 Resolution 4:46
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