Not gonna hate on Ryan's take. George's take is better for me. I guess, I listened to this for 6 months. It was a moment in time. I bought the C.D. and I listened to it about 5 years ago for nostalgia. It was the TIME!
90's were a time when music was weird, movies were weird, and TV was weird. Sneaker Pimps were kind of a flash in the pan, but those of us who loved them understand. I graduated HS in '97 and this was a breath of smooth, fresh air.
I was and I was reading a comment that said there were a million remixes of this song. I wonder if the radio played that remix and we thought it was the original. Cheers;)
Yes but it's not their fault. I'm sure it's frustrating for them to get this feedback so often. It would help if people were specific about which version to listen to when they recommend songs.
@@131 I agree with you in this case, the version of this song doesn't make sense. However, this isn't the typical situation that causes complaints. Most are a studio version/live version/wrong live version issue Iike the Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond reaction. The vast majority of these situations are avoidable if requests are specific.
Spin Spin Sugar was my fave club song from Sneaker Pimps back in the late 90s. Brings back so many memories of dancing night away. The bass in the car hits hard on that one!!
This one of my favorite songs. The vibe is so ultra-modern and cool, it evokes cruising through a city at night with all the lights to some cool, underground club.
Trip hop has 3 main pillars/archetypes/fathers. Portishead, Massive Attack, DJ Shadow. Most, if not all, Trip Hop acts inherit elements from these archetypes. The elements are: turntablism/sampling, breakbeats sometimes referred to as Bristol beats or shuffle beats, and finally dub influence. Sneaker Pimps started popping off in about 96, which is a couple years after the genre got its start, and you can hear some of these elements present in their music (breakbeats, sampling, a small bit of dub). Its also very common to hear a few Jungle/Drum & Bass tracks on a Trip Hop album because that genre was also getting a lot of popularity. A few years later the genre would become very commercialized, appearing in movies (Fight Club, The Matrix, etc), TV commercials (Levi's jeans), and sitcoms (House MD, CSI Miami, etc).
As much as I love DJ Shadow, I would not put him as a pillar/father of Trip-Hop. Tricky on the other hand was there from the very beginning (with the Wild Bunch Collective and then with Massive Attack).
I love songs that have a heavy aesthetic and sound totally unique. This was one I've always kept on a playlist since I was in High School in the late 90s. Something about the heavy drum, guitar, bass synth and her voice are so relaxing and otherworldly. When I put this on I get transported to another place. Kind of meditative.
Would love you to check Morcheeba as well. Some trip hop can also blend into chill out and dance/house, where you can explore the likes of Groove Armada, Air, Rhinoceros, St.Germain, Royskopp, Moby, Goldfrapp, Leftfield, Tricky, Thievery Corporation, etc. Some tracks are purely instrumental and are pure ‘chill out’ like Serve Chilled by Groove Armada or Melt by Leftfield. Loving to see where you go with this guys…
@@kohhna or even I see you baby (shakin that ass)…I don’t know how PC Morcheeba’s tongue-in-cheek Women Lose Weight would be in this day and age, but I’d love to see the reaction
Loved this album, haven't listened to it in over 20 years. Of all the trip-hop bands, Portisehead was my favourite. Felt they had the most composed and mature songs
If you really enjoy Portishead, you might also enjoy 21 Hertz first album "Ocean of Time", released in 2005, their goal was to capture a traditional trip hop sound.
This period is all about Herbaliser, Tricky, Portishead, Dj Shadow, Air, Björk, Leftfield, Dj Food, Howie B, Dr. Octagon, David Holmes, Mr. Scruff, Kruder & Dorfmeister, Beastie Boys, Luke Vibert, Nightmares on Wax, Dj Vadim, Sabres of Paradise, Aim, Dj Krush etc. Acts like Sneaker Pimps, Morcheeba, and Zero 7 where chart versions of all that.
Glad George liked it. This is one of my favorite songs of the 1990s. Her youthful voice makes a lot of sense with the lyrics (“open to falling from grace”). The Nellee Hooper mix is even better (and maybe the most recognizable version of this song?).
The second album by Sneaker Pimps ‘Splinter’ is hugely underrated and cool in its own right. Its got its own vibe with the new singer rather than Kellie but there’s some nice tracks on there like Lightning Field and Cute Sushi Lunches
Graduated in '97 and became a big T00L fan but this album is awesome. Spin Spin Sugar the Armand garage mix I think was played on the radio in Houston and in all the clubs at the time. The Spin Spin Sugar track off this album is way different but still good. Kinda a dark album but the beats and the voice get me.
I don't think the original was was that particular mix but it might be. I haven't look at that album in a while but I know it's somewhere in my house. I think there were several mixes of that track but the one they played on the radio is awesome.
I wonder what their reaction would be to that version. The vocals sound slowed and lower tone, for one thing. And there's more going on in the background of the mix.
@@klarthailerion it’s just so much better. Like for one the bass is still right there but it doesn’t down out the vocals. It’s just a much better version of the song. I can’t even hear other versions now without thinking it sounds wrong. The N Hooper mix to me is the version that ppl new to the song should hear.
Yo this is very exciting to watch unfold on your channel; Trip-Hop is the deepest, most complex, astonishing, and wide-ranging genre of all time. I envy your fresh journey into this world because it never stops giving no matter how deep you dive. Enjoy fellas!
There are so many good tunes from this era. This Sneaker Pimps album always reminds me to dig out Roni Size & Reprazent (Brown Paper Bag - tune), Air (All I Need), and Morcheeba (The Sea). Great tunes!
Kelli Ali has released a number of solo albums since leaving Sneaker Pimps (she was in her early 20s when she recorded 6 Underground). The first two are particularly good, Psychic Cat being my favourite. She also did guest lead vocals on Bootsy Collin's track, Play With Bootsy. She's also sung backing vocals on a Marilyn Manson track called Long Hard Road Out Of Hell. I met her once very briefly before a small club gig. She is tiny, and lovely!
I can't believe your reviewing this tune!!Trip hop was big in Bristol In the 90s !!! I'm from London and around 11 years old when that tune came out ...I remember it like yesterday ...pure nostalgia. Kelli Ali has a mesmerising amazing voice...i never thought she sounded young. It might be because she's from Northern England and when she sings I hear her accent. But the beat and melody is magic 💫
Would love to see you guys give Bjork a try. Her earlier work dipped into trip hop territory. Some songs like "Come to Me" are in-line with the more chill stuff you guys have done so far, though she has a lot of work that ventures further into her own sound with heavier electronic elements. Army of Me and Play Dead are two strong palatable hits from her you might start with. There are a lot of notable tracks to get into from there.
@@youngcollind I’ve been thinking about this for years and I really have no idea if they would like Bjork or not. But I think Bachelorette and Army of Me would be the right songs start with, because of the grooves and melodies are more accessible, and then maybe ease them in to the others.
I wrestled with Army of Me being the right choice, cause even though that groove is undeniable, Bjork's ace in the hole is her pipes, and I'm not sure that song is the best showcase of that...
Whaaaaaat?! Omfg I was OBSESSED with this song. I used to wake up an hour early before school because they spent a couple of months playing it on MTV morning show 🖤I never thought you'd get to it!
The man behind the Sneaker Pimps, Chris Corner, continued his music career under the name IAMX. Some great albums from him there if you are craving more of his unique style. Also fantastic live! And in my opinion, I prefer hearing him sing over the female singer who was around in the Sneaker Pimps days. Should also note this version of Six Underground isn't the normal radio edit most people would be familiar with. It's a decent mix, but doesn't have quite the same magic the other version had that made it such a hit.
And in case anyone is curious, my favorite IAMX tracks are probably Song of Imaginary Beings, My Secret Friend (feat. Imogen Heap), and I Come With Knives.
Thank you. I loved the second Sneaker Pimps album Splinter back in the days. Somehow I never heard of IAMX before. Dude has such a haunting voice. Guess I will listen to Low Five later on.
When I saw everyone talking about the radio version I looked up the 14M views version on UA-cam and I honestly can't tell that there's a huge difference.
Kelli Dayton (now know as Kelli Ali) was *22* when she sang for the Sneaker Pimps on 'Becoming X' - since she was let go from the group in 1998, she's been releasing solo material (a mix of triphop and more pop-orientated music) - if you want to compare and contrast her time in Sneaker Pimps with her current output, look up "Ghostdriver" (2019) and "Band of Angels" (2013) - or you can just listen to the rest of 'Becoming X' instead - that works too 👍
The Nellee Hooper (Massive Attack producer) remix is far better and that's the one that was released as a single and the one that is played all the time. However, this is a great song. The initial sample is from the James Bond movie Goldfinger. Chris Corner, who was the main brains behind Sneaker Pimps, became the artist IAMX (check out the track 'happiness') for more Trip Hop I'd suggest you also check out the track 'The Sea' by Morcheeba.
Possibly more than you’re willing to do in one video, but you’ve got to check out the whole UNKLE - Psyence Fiction album. It’s a collaboration between DJ Shadow, one of the best hip hop turntablists to ever grace the decks, and James Lavelle, a legendary electronic music producer. This was a very experimental album that featured several guest collaborators such as Mike D. from the Beastie Boys, and Thom Yorke from Radiohead.
Becoming X is a masterpiece as is this song, but mannn, this was not the original version to listen to. The original version is clean, psychedelic and hits you in the feels. This version sounded like some amateur producer at the controls messing around with the sound.
Sneaker Pimps always struck me as having a real "British sound" for some reason (probably because they're British). This track was also featured on The Saint soundtrack. If you cover more Sneaker Pimps their sound changed considerably after this album. Later on they have a male vocalist and a much darker, more sensual sound. I dug Becoming X when it first came out but grew out of it once I hit adulthood. Their later stuff always stuck with me though.
You NEED to listen to their track Spin Spin Sugar! Listen to the original and then the Armonds dark garage mix, a speed garage (what UK garage was originally called) banger!!
Yeah since they liked Zero 7, Morcheeba would probably work for them. "Otherwise" was my intro to Morcheeba but The Sea would do the trick for certain.
Yes George! So glad you liked it! Sneaker Pimps is one of my favorite groups & I love this song, thanks so much to you both for giving it a listen! BTW - their first album is the only one with Kelli Dayton as singer. Their next 2 albums are sung by Chris Corner, one of the other bandmates.
This was on the soundtrack of the Val Kilmer movie "The Saint." It was a decent spy movie from the late 90's. This was during a time when a lot of movies had some pretty eclectic soundtracks.
Oh man, this isn't even the far superior Nellee Hooper Mix, I would really check that out as well. The original is fine, but there is a reason that Sneaker Pimps used that mix for radio and video release.
Fingers crossed that you get to "Life In Mono" by Mono during your trip-hop journey. The full length version (4 minutes and 25 seconds) and not the video version that is under 4 minutes. Though I would definitely recommend watching the music video after listening to the full length version. They only released one album titled "Formica Blues" in 1997 and the whole album still sounds fresh 26 years later.
Trip hop is like fusion food. Food from different countries. yes Trip hop comes mostly from one area and country. But it uses a lot of influences from so many places. And it makes such a good thing.
I saw Goldfinger for the first time a month ago and I am figuring "Where Have I heard this music before?" and it was this Sneakerpimps song. They sampled from 007.
This and "Spin Spin Sugar" by the Sneaker Pimps were all over the Gentlemen's clubs in the late 90's. LOL Oh... and they did a song with Marilyn Manson called "Long Hard Road Out of Hell."
Ryan, you should really give "Spin Spin Sugar" a listen. It's got more dynamics. But if you can't get past that voice...I understand, I guess. That whole album - "Becoming X" - is excellent. Someone else mentioned Morcheeba. Try the song "Shoulder Holster."
Gonna put it here again, but it is worth the "I've never heard of this before" try. Handsome Boy Modelling School-Truth is on top for sure. Handsome Boy Modeling School is an American collaborative project between hip hop producers Dan the Automator (Gorillaz, Dr. Octagon, Deltron 3030) and Prince Paul (Stetsasonic, De La Soul, Gravediggaz). The collaboration originally lasted from 1999 to 2006 and resulted in two albums, featuring a vast cast of guest rappers, singers, comedians and DJs.[1] In February 2018, the duo played a concert in New York City.[2]
See, the biggest problem with your exploration of trip-hop is that you haven't heard Thievery Corporation. This band has something for everyone, but they definitely lean into their dub, reggae, and other Caribbean and Latin American influences like bossanova. Try their song Lebanese Blonde if you want to hear one of their more popular tracks, you won't regret it.
I’m LOVING you guys going down the triphop rabbit hole! I still play this stuff regularly. BUT the remix version which got all the radio play and clips into late 90s movies is THE best version of this song.
Loved that George said he "felt like it should be on the Cruel Intentions soundtrack"... Because it is!🥰 And the soundtrack for The Saint starring Val Kilmer! Perfect 90’s sdtk track!😍
OK! Just finished watching Ghost in the Shell, looked at my feed, and saw this just dropped. I've been suggesting this for months! This is great shit! You guys rock!
They got their name from the beastie boys crew that would get access to new sneakers before they were released to the public, the beastie boys called them the sneaker pimps. Also, you got the wrong mix.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it but, the 5 not harp sample that runs throughout the song was taken from the Goldfinger score. You hear it when James Bond walks into the hotel room and finds his latest girl encased in gold.
*As a kid of the 90s, I always thought that harp sample was interesting, the last note drops off grid and is dissonant. Cut to like 20 years later and I’m watching Goldfinger, the James Bond/007, AND I HEARD THE ORIGIN OF THE SAMPLE, recognized it immediately even before the actual sampled portion (the harp plays longer in the film) and in context of the film the dissonant note makes a lot more sense. James Bond is fucking around with some young woman and gold finger, the bad guy, kills her and leaves her corpse on James’ bed coated in gold paint. When James discovers this woman’s body is when the harp tune plays, so it’s supposed to be kind of mysterious and inquisitive yet dark and foreboding. 6 Underground is a flawless song in my book. And discovering the sample randomly like that decades later was a nice surprise.*
Other artists that fit in the trip hop space are UNKLE and Hybrid and Archive to some degree. These acts incorporate more live and electronica instrumentation but def worth checking out. This is also the same space where Bjork and a few others live under. But one can def hear the progression from those early NeNe Cherry and Massive Attack albums.
This song was such a part of my twenties! Still love to listen to the album Becoming X. The band dropped out of existence for awhile after they parted ways with the lead singer Kelli. Check out her new soundtrack album Ghostdriver
Never in a million years would I think that you would review this. This was my jam in college in 97-98. FOR REAL!!!!
Not gonna hate on Ryan's take. George's take is better for me. I guess, I listened to this for 6 months. It was a moment in time. I bought the C.D. and I listened to it about 5 years ago for nostalgia. It was the TIME!
This was everyone’s jam in ‘98! Lol
Was more interesting and new back then than it is now.
Nostalgic goodness
90s ruled
90's were a time when music was weird, movies were weird, and TV was weird. Sneaker Pimps were kind of a flash in the pan, but those of us who loved them understand. I graduated HS in '97 and this was a breath of smooth, fresh air.
Was anyone else waiting for the "ugh one two ugh one two" part??
I was and I was reading a comment that said there were a million remixes of this song. I wonder if the radio played that remix and we thought it was the original. Cheers;)
@@davidemery4759 the radio version is the one I’m most familiar with. Thanks.
The radio version is the Nellie Hooper remix, which became popular. Nellie also worked with Bjork.
@@phadrus that’s right. Have the guys ever reacted to Bjork!?
@@Fonso13 no,I don’t think so
Don't you hate it when reactors listen to the wrong version of a song
Yes but it's not their fault. I'm sure it's frustrating for them to get this feedback so often. It would help if people were specific about which version to listen to when they recommend songs.
@@dream_in_digital it's not hard to pick the youtube video with 14 million views, or the song on spotify with 39 million plays.
@@131 I agree with you in this case, the version of this song doesn't make sense. However, this isn't the typical situation that causes complaints. Most are a studio version/live version/wrong live version issue Iike the Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond reaction. The vast majority of these situations are avoidable if requests are specific.
Are you referring to the radio edit with the middle part that sounds like falling into an echoey abyss?
@@jasonrobert4384 Yes, the radio edit is the version most people have been recommending. It has the most views on UA-cam.
Spin Spin Sugar was my fave club song from Sneaker Pimps back in the late 90s. Brings back so many memories of dancing night away. The bass in the car hits hard on that one!!
Yessssss
YES! The 9 minute "Spin Spin Sugar" (Armand's Dark Garage Mix) is the one for me.
Yeah the remix that was on the radio and music video was definitely a better version, I think both of you will like that version better.
Nellee Hooper’s remix made this song perfect.
Ok I was wondering if the version I knew something different.
I think both are on the cd
This one of my favorite songs. The vibe is so ultra-modern and cool, it evokes cruising through a city at night with all the lights to some cool, underground club.
You are spot on. Perfect cruising in the city music!
This song was brought to me by The Saint - the first time I heard this song ever was in that movie.
Trip hop has 3 main pillars/archetypes/fathers. Portishead, Massive Attack, DJ Shadow. Most, if not all, Trip Hop acts inherit elements from these archetypes. The elements are: turntablism/sampling, breakbeats sometimes referred to as Bristol beats or shuffle beats, and finally dub influence. Sneaker Pimps started popping off in about 96, which is a couple years after the genre got its start, and you can hear some of these elements present in their music (breakbeats, sampling, a small bit of dub). Its also very common to hear a few Jungle/Drum & Bass tracks on a Trip Hop album because that genre was also getting a lot of popularity. A few years later the genre would become very commercialized, appearing in movies (Fight Club, The Matrix, etc), TV commercials (Levi's jeans), and sitcoms (House MD, CSI Miami, etc).
I'd add Tricky
Trip hop has a lot of history dating back to the mid 80’s Bristol scene, such a good timeless style. Still sounds great to this day.
As much as I love DJ Shadow, I would not put him as a pillar/father of Trip-Hop. Tricky on the other hand was there from the very beginning (with the Wild Bunch Collective and then with Massive Attack).
and or air
i would also add Moloko's first album
I'm in my 60's and this ENTIRE ALBUM is STILL in my rotation!!!
I'm 33, I only like two songs on the album
The melodic sample is actually from the scene in Goldfinger where James Bond discovers the painted corpse of Jill Masterson.
YES!!! That is the backbone of this song! 🙏🙏🙏
Yeah man we’ve seen the movie
This song spawned a million remixes, some of which are freaking amazing
I love songs that have a heavy aesthetic and sound totally unique. This was one I've always kept on a playlist since I was in High School in the late 90s. Something about the heavy drum, guitar, bass synth and her voice are so relaxing and otherworldly. When I put this on I get transported to another place. Kind of meditative.
Would love you to check Morcheeba as well. Some trip hop can also blend into chill out and dance/house, where you can explore the likes of Groove Armada, Air, Rhinoceros, St.Germain, Royskopp, Moby, Goldfrapp, Leftfield, Tricky, Thievery Corporation, etc. Some tracks are purely instrumental and are pure ‘chill out’ like Serve Chilled by Groove Armada or Melt by Leftfield. Loving to see where you go with this guys…
I'd love to see George and Ryan doing Groove Armada Syperstylin'
@@kohhna or even I see you baby (shakin that ass)…I don’t know how PC Morcheeba’s tongue-in-cheek Women Lose Weight would be in this day and age, but I’d love to see the reaction
@@paulstephens7973 Or indeed The Prodigy and Kool Kieth - Diesel Power.
Definitely dig Groove Armada, Leftfield, Royksopp, Thievery Corp, and Goldfrapp.
...The first time I had Ever heard Rhinoceros & It was LIVE!, Wow man, Forever some Classick tracks!!!
Loved this album, haven't listened to it in over 20 years. Of all the trip-hop bands, Portisehead was my favourite. Felt they had the most composed and mature songs
If you really enjoy Portishead, you might also enjoy 21 Hertz first album "Ocean of Time", released in 2005, their goal was to capture a traditional trip hop sound.
@@z0h33y thanks a lot for your suggestion. 21 hertz is a gem! So portisheadish. 🌀🌀🌀👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
The whole of Becoming X encapsulated the late 90s vibe. A musical epilogue to a decade of great music.
This period is all about Herbaliser, Tricky, Portishead, Dj Shadow, Air, Björk, Leftfield, Dj Food, Howie B, Dr. Octagon, David Holmes, Mr. Scruff, Kruder & Dorfmeister, Beastie Boys, Luke Vibert, Nightmares on Wax, Dj Vadim, Sabres of Paradise, Aim, Dj Krush etc. Acts like Sneaker Pimps, Morcheeba, and Zero 7 where chart versions of all that.
Add a little Hooverphonic and I'm back in my day.
yeeeS air!
Your list gave me so many good flashbacks that I have a boner than will last me hours.
Wrong mix fellas.
I agree, they should have done the radio edit for a first time introduction.
Hard agree, radio edit to start for sure. Love this channel!
Yeah, I missed the "1, 2 uh 1,2"
Agreed, need the nellee hooper mix.
@@smcthatisme That, and a lot of the atonal stuff is edited out.
One of the best 90’s songs ever!!!! Still gives me chills with the sound and the memories. I always loved her voice!! Yes she is grown.
Glad George liked it. This is one of my favorite songs of the 1990s. Her youthful voice makes a lot of sense with the lyrics (“open to falling from grace”). The Nellee Hooper mix is even better (and maybe the most recognizable version of this song?).
The second album by Sneaker Pimps ‘Splinter’ is hugely underrated and cool in its own right. Its got its own vibe with the new singer rather than Kellie but there’s some nice tracks on there like Lightning Field and Cute Sushi Lunches
Omg, I love this. I fell in love with sneaker pimps in 97. I love Kelli Ali’s voice over these beats.
Marilyn Manson liked her voice. So he had her sing on his song Long Hard Road Out of Hell. It is a really good tune, you guys should check it out.
He liked her so much that he basically wrote the entire band out of the song. Lol
Graduated in '97 and became a big T00L fan but this album is awesome. Spin Spin Sugar the Armand garage mix I think was played on the radio in Houston and in all the clubs at the time. The Spin Spin Sugar track off this album is way different but still good. Kinda a dark album but the beats and the voice get me.
I can't even hear that mix without literally having extasy flashbacks lol
Wasn't that on the Becoming X album?
I don't think the original was was that particular mix but it might be. I haven't look at that album in a while but I know it's somewhere in my house. I think there were several mixes of that track but the one they played on the radio is awesome.
There’s a million mixes but y’all should check out the Nellie Hooper mix, it’s my personal fav. One of my all time fav songs
Kept waiting for “uh one two, uh one two”. Didn’t realize there were different mixes
I wonder what their reaction would be to that version. The vocals sound slowed and lower tone, for one thing. And there's more going on in the background of the mix.
@@klarthailerion it’s just so much better. Like for one the bass is still right there but it doesn’t down out the vocals. It’s just a much better version of the song. I can’t even hear other versions now without thinking it sounds wrong. The N Hooper mix to me is the version that ppl new to the song should hear.
Yo this is very exciting to watch unfold on your channel; Trip-Hop is the deepest, most complex, astonishing, and wide-ranging genre of all time. I envy your fresh journey into this world because it never stops giving no matter how deep you dive.
Enjoy fellas!
Should have done the song “Spin Spin Sugar” from this same album
The Neeley Hooper mix is what I was expecting. They were the feature song in the Val Kilmer movie "The Saint."
Hell yeah Lost in Vegas! I among many requested this off your Portishead video and you came through. Love the content
It’s the wrong version though
Yup this is a old video from patreon btw consider getting their patreon its really worth it
@@brezz6759 I’m a Patreon member but I’m still trying to catch up. I love Lost In Vegas
Yes. The Nellee Hooper Edit is the mix Ryan would like and George would love even more.
YES! THEY SHOUL'VE USED THE NELLEE HOOPER MIX INSTEAD
100%. Keli Ali sounded much better in the Nellee Hooper Edit!
Sneaker pimps formed just down the road from where I live. This song reminds me of my school days in the 90s.
This song in particular is the first thing I think of when trip-hop is mentioned. To me it's addicting. Kind of a vibe feel.
There are so many good tunes from this era. This Sneaker Pimps album always reminds me to dig out Roni Size & Reprazent (Brown Paper Bag - tune), Air (All I Need), and Morcheeba (The Sea). Great tunes!
Kelli Ali has released a number of solo albums since leaving Sneaker Pimps (she was in her early 20s when she recorded 6 Underground). The first two are particularly good, Psychic Cat being my favourite. She also did guest lead vocals on Bootsy Collin's track, Play With Bootsy. She's also sung backing vocals on a Marilyn Manson track called Long Hard Road Out Of Hell. I met her once very briefly before a small club gig. She is tiny, and lovely!
I can't believe your reviewing this tune!!Trip hop was big in Bristol In the 90s !!! I'm from London and around 11 years old when that tune came out ...I remember it like yesterday ...pure nostalgia. Kelli Ali has a mesmerising amazing voice...i never thought she sounded young. It might be because she's from Northern England and when she sings I hear her accent. But the beat and melody is magic 💫
Would love to see you guys give Bjork a try. Her earlier work dipped into trip hop territory. Some songs like "Come to Me" are in-line with the more chill stuff you guys have done so far, though she has a lot of work that ventures further into her own sound with heavier electronic elements. Army of Me and Play Dead are two strong palatable hits from her you might start with. There are a lot of notable tracks to get into from there.
the first 3 Bjork albums are all glorious
PJ Harvey!!
@@DouglasRyan-ux9cj I'm thinking Human Behavior would make a good icebreaker... though maybe Bachelorette might be strong contender as well...
@@youngcollind I’ve been thinking about this for years and I really have no idea if they would like Bjork or not. But I think Bachelorette and Army of Me would be the right songs start with, because of the grooves and melodies are more accessible, and then maybe ease them in to the others.
I wrestled with Army of Me being the right choice, cause even though that groove is undeniable, Bjork's ace in the hole is her pipes, and I'm not sure that song is the best showcase of that...
You really need to dive into Thievery Corporation
I suggest their tracks, "Lebanese Blonde", "All That We Perceive", "Until the Morning"
All that we perceive is on Patreon.
Did they record different versions of this song? This version sounds considerably different that what I used to hear on the radio.
This is the original album version
The lead singer is from the village where I grew up!
Track one on this album is called Low Place Like Home. Give it a try.
Whaaaaaat?! Omfg I was OBSESSED with this song. I used to wake up an hour early before school because they spent a couple of months playing it on MTV morning show 🖤I never thought you'd get to it!
The Goldfinger sample makes this song. RIP John Barry you musical genius!
The man behind the Sneaker Pimps, Chris Corner, continued his music career under the name IAMX. Some great albums from him there if you are craving more of his unique style. Also fantastic live! And in my opinion, I prefer hearing him sing over the female singer who was around in the Sneaker Pimps days.
Should also note this version of Six Underground isn't the normal radio edit most people would be familiar with. It's a decent mix, but doesn't have quite the same magic the other version had that made it such a hit.
And in case anyone is curious, my favorite IAMX tracks are probably Song of Imaginary Beings, My Secret Friend (feat. Imogen Heap), and I Come With Knives.
Thank you. I loved the second Sneaker Pimps album Splinter back in the days. Somehow I never heard of IAMX before. Dude has such a haunting voice. Guess I will listen to Low Five later on.
@@margento101 Glad to help, enjoy the new music journey!
Love IAMX
When I saw everyone talking about the radio version I looked up the 14M views version on UA-cam and I honestly can't tell that there's a huge difference.
Kelli Dayton (now know as Kelli Ali) was *22* when she sang for the Sneaker Pimps on 'Becoming X' - since she was let go from the group in 1998, she's been releasing solo material (a mix of triphop and more pop-orientated music) - if you want to compare and contrast her time in Sneaker Pimps with her current output, look up "Ghostdriver" (2019) and "Band of Angels" (2013) - or you can just listen to the rest of 'Becoming X' instead - that works too 👍
I remember when she was in psycho drama. She was 16
Thanks. I'll check out her work. DIdn't know this backstory.
The Nellee Hooper (Massive Attack producer) remix is far better and that's the one that was released as a single and the one that is played all the time. However, this is a great song. The initial sample is from the James Bond movie Goldfinger. Chris Corner, who was the main brains behind Sneaker Pimps, became the artist IAMX (check out the track 'happiness') for more Trip Hop I'd suggest you also check out the track 'The Sea' by Morcheeba.
Possibly more than you’re willing to do in one video, but you’ve got to check out the whole UNKLE - Psyence Fiction album. It’s a collaboration between DJ Shadow, one of the best hip hop turntablists to ever grace the decks, and James Lavelle, a legendary electronic music producer. This was a very experimental album that featured several guest collaborators such as Mike D. from the Beastie Boys, and Thom Yorke from Radiohead.
This. UNKLE Psience Fiction is an amazing collaboration of major artists.
The way I was introduced to this song was via the Nellee Hooper edit, so when I hear the original it sounds a bit more sparse.
Becoming X is a masterpiece as is this song, but mannn, this was not the original version to listen to. The original version is clean, psychedelic and hits you in the feels. This version sounded like some amateur producer at the controls messing around with the sound.
Becoming remixed is the best remix album I have ever heard.
Sneaker Pimps always struck me as having a real "British sound" for some reason (probably because they're British). This track was also featured on The Saint soundtrack.
If you cover more Sneaker Pimps their sound changed considerably after this album. Later on they have a male vocalist and a much darker, more sensual sound. I dug Becoming X when it first came out but grew out of it once I hit adulthood. Their later stuff always stuck with me though.
Just reminded me of a James bond song
@@albertgein3082 the intro is a sample from Goldfinger
You NEED to listen to their track Spin Spin Sugar! Listen to the original and then the Armonds dark garage mix, a speed garage (what UK garage was originally called) banger!!
I remember waking up by radio alarm to this song and temple of the dog consistently back in the 90s
Awesome track, Olive - You're Not Alone is another great female vocalist track.
I still listen to this record, one of my fav. It's why I ended up here
some of my favorite post-party/club/rave chill out music back in the late 90s
probably had to have been there
"The Sea" by Morcheeba is a classic MUST LISTEN when it comes to Trip Hop.
Yeah since they liked Zero 7, Morcheeba would probably work for them. "Otherwise" was my intro to Morcheeba but The Sea would do the trick for certain.
I first heard this song in the movie "The Saint". I ended up buying the soundtrack album because the whole thing is so cool.
Whenever I hear this song it automatically reminds me of that movie.
I love how George and Ryan have such different tastes, it ends up meaning a lot when they agree on a song.
Welcome to Trip Hop! This is one of my all time faves. You guys are getting fed the right picks.
Yes George! So glad you liked it! Sneaker Pimps is one of my favorite groups & I love this song, thanks so much to you both for giving it a listen!
BTW - their first album is the only one with Kelli Dayton as singer. Their next 2 albums are sung by Chris Corner, one of the other bandmates.
This is a vibe, to chill to while doing something and just enjoying the moment, and not over thinking. Total chill play.
This was on the soundtrack of the Val Kilmer movie "The Saint." It was a decent spy movie from the late 90's. This was during a time when a lot of movies had some pretty eclectic soundtracks.
Oh man, this isn't even the far superior Nellee Hooper Mix, I would really check that out as well. The original is fine, but there is a reason that Sneaker Pimps used that mix for radio and video release.
Fingers crossed that you get to "Life In Mono" by Mono during your trip-hop journey. The full length version (4 minutes and 25 seconds) and not the video version that is under 4 minutes. Though I would definitely recommend watching the music video after listening to the full length version. They only released one album titled "Formica Blues" in 1997 and the whole album still sounds fresh 26 years later.
The Three E.P's by The Beta Band. is a great Album.
House Song or Dogs got a Bone.
Loved this Band miss them dearly.
Very 90s! I think a lot of us like this song due to it being used in movies. It's very nostalgic. Also on my playlist!
Trip hop is like fusion food. Food from different countries.
yes Trip hop comes mostly from one area and country. But it uses a lot of influences from so many places.
And it makes such a good thing.
Hell yeah. This album was always in rotation during my late 90's raver days. This whole trip-hop exploration has definitely been a good time.
I saw Goldfinger for the first time a month ago and I am figuring "Where Have I heard this music before?" and it was this Sneakerpimps song. They sampled from 007.
Its different kind of music arrangement, you both listen the original version, much more trilled...!
This and "Spin Spin Sugar" by the Sneaker Pimps were all over the Gentlemen's clubs in the late 90's. LOL
Oh... and they did a song with Marilyn Manson called "Long Hard Road Out of Hell."
Ryan, you should really give "Spin Spin Sugar" a listen. It's got more dynamics. But if you can't get past that voice...I understand, I guess. That whole album - "Becoming X" - is excellent. Someone else mentioned Morcheeba. Try the song "Shoulder Holster."
One of my favorites from the 90’s. Definitely a cool and laid back vibe. Another great was Lisa Hall- Is This Real.
Gonna put it here again, but it is worth the "I've never heard of this before" try. Handsome Boy Modelling School-Truth is on top for sure. Handsome Boy Modeling School is an American collaborative project between hip hop producers Dan the Automator (Gorillaz, Dr. Octagon, Deltron 3030) and Prince Paul (Stetsasonic, De La Soul, Gravediggaz). The collaboration originally lasted from 1999 to 2006 and resulted in two albums, featuring a vast cast of guest rappers, singers, comedians and DJs.[1] In February 2018, the duo played a concert in New York City.[2]
See, the biggest problem with your exploration of trip-hop is that you haven't heard Thievery Corporation. This band has something for everyone, but they definitely lean into their dub, reggae, and other Caribbean and Latin American influences like bossanova. Try their song Lebanese Blonde if you want to hear one of their more popular tracks, you won't regret it.
Actually that isn't a problem since thievery corporation isn't trip hop (and also they're boring)
They have many elements of triphop. Wouldn't say they are boring either. To each their own though. They have done Thievery on Patreon, Darkhound.
@@tommymclaughlin-artist Thievery Corporation isn't any particular genre. Their product is all over the place but does include trip-hop.
So glad my boyz are here in 23 to tell me about the 90,s. Maby play your field.
Becoming X and Morcheeba's Who Can You Trust are a couple my favorite albums. They were my introdution to trip hop back in the mid 90s.
So glad you actually got to sneaker pimps!
Interesting, the sample was from a scene in a James Bond movie
I’m LOVING you guys going down the triphop rabbit hole! I still play this stuff regularly. BUT the remix version which got all the radio play and clips into late 90s movies is THE best version of this song.
Holy Shit you guys did this song! One of my all time favorites, listen to the WHOLE album.
Loved that George said he "felt like it should be on the Cruel Intentions soundtrack"... Because it is!🥰 And the soundtrack for The Saint starring Val Kilmer! Perfect 90’s sdtk track!😍
Ah, the nineties. How I miss my home. Check out Manic Street Preachers, Tricky or Bjork.
OK! Just finished watching Ghost in the Shell, looked at my feed, and saw this just dropped. I've been suggesting this for months! This is great shit! You guys rock!
I'm with Ryan on this one. It doesn't really got anywhere and sounds very samey imo...@ 9:51 Ryans face is like wtf dude?! 😂
They got their name from the beastie boys crew that would get access to new sneakers before they were released to the public, the beastie boys called them the sneaker pimps. Also, you got the wrong mix.
Love this band and song! Love the 90's!!
Cinematic Orchestra - All That You Give, and Bentley Rhythm Ace - Run On The Spot, are worth checking out.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it but, the 5 not harp sample that runs throughout the song was taken from the Goldfinger score. You hear it when James Bond walks into the hotel room and finds his latest girl encased in gold.
A favorite song, album, and band for quite a few years.
check out "The Crystal Method" album "Vegas" for some more upbeat, hard-hitting Big Beat sounds from the 90's.
*As a kid of the 90s, I always thought that harp sample was interesting, the last note drops off grid and is dissonant. Cut to like 20 years later and I’m watching Goldfinger, the James Bond/007, AND I HEARD THE ORIGIN OF THE SAMPLE, recognized it immediately even before the actual sampled portion (the harp plays longer in the film) and in context of the film the dissonant note makes a lot more sense. James Bond is fucking around with some young woman and gold finger, the bad guy, kills her and leaves her corpse on James’ bed coated in gold paint. When James discovers this woman’s body is when the harp tune plays, so it’s supposed to be kind of mysterious and inquisitive yet dark and foreboding. 6 Underground is a flawless song in my book. And discovering the sample randomly like that decades later was a nice surprise.*
I think Becoming X, and Spin Spin Sugar mightve been better options. Helps to watch the actual video …
Mattafix - Big City Life.
A 90's banger by two electronic heads from England and sang with a Jamaican influence.
Y'all need to listen to "spin spin sugar" jungle club version 👌💯
One of the BEST techno rave songs ever made in the 90's.. js
Oh hell yes!!! love this album!
See this song brings me back to a time in my life when I was younger and times were easier
the music gives me chills
its cool to see a first reaction to this song.
Other artists that fit in the trip hop space are UNKLE and Hybrid and Archive to some degree. These acts incorporate more live and electronica instrumentation but def worth checking out. This is also the same space where Bjork and a few others live under. But one can def hear the progression from those early NeNe Cherry and Massive Attack albums.
This song was such a part of my twenties! Still love to listen to the album Becoming X. The band dropped out of existence for awhile after they parted ways with the lead singer Kelli. Check out her new soundtrack album Ghostdriver
I always loved the sample from Goldfinger.
Air - All I Need and DJ Shadow - What Does Your Soul Look Like Pt.4. Absolutely necessities.
Wow, I had this back in the 90's!