Off the Beaten Track

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Originally released in 1986, 'Off The Beaten Track' still sounds modern, fresh, and forward thinking in the electronica genre. Programmed chants and unexpected sounds (barking dogs , breaking glass, etc.) are salient features of this rhythmic, international dub. Largely made of slinky rhythms from a segmented funk, 'Off the Beaten Track' is both a landmark recording in the use of sound-bite technology and an excellent example of the integration of live instrumentation and programmed music. Features contributions from Jah Wobble (Public Image), Skip Mcdonald (Sugarhill / Tackhead) and Albert Einstein (The theory of relativity!). Re-cut at dubplates and mastering in Berlin for maximum bass pressure. Includes printed inner with sleevenotes by Steve Barker (On The Wire), and download card for full album. Show more