The best Trip Hop tracks?
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Zachary Thompson2 said:I haven't really delved into his discography before, as I only own "Private Press," and aside from maybe Monosylabik and Mashin' On The Motorway, it isn't strictly pure funk.
It definitely carries a funky vibe, much like how Funk D' Void leans into minimal techno.
But make no mistake, the quality is absolutely top-tier.
If you want true future jazz, look toward St Germain, Nicola Conte, or Patrick Forge... Jazzanova incorporates far too many beats into their sound to be categorized strictly as jazz; they are more of a fusion involving soul, hip hop, jazz, and house. When you mix those elements with hip hop, you inevitably end up in the realm of trip hop.
Think about DJ Shadow with Funk Spectrum or Schoolhouse funk. Getting into his work is a complete trip because of his collaborations with James Lavell and Wagon Christ under the U.N.K.L.E. banner, which is an experience in itself.
St Germain leans more toward deep house with jazz undertones, whereas Nicola Conte has been drifting toward pure jazz with his recent albums, even though he remains one of the most versatile DJs out there—you could almost compare him to Patrick Forge or Lata. You really ought to listen to the Jazzanova EP; it is quintessential future jazz and stands as a cult classic within the genre.