Dummy stands as one of the defining works of the 1990s, a landmark trip‑hop album built on noir‑shaded atmospheres, dusty breakbeats, vintage analogue textures and Beth Gibbons’ haunting, intimate vocals. Released on Go! Beat, the album blends jazz‑inflected arrangements, cinematic sampling and shadowy electronic production, creating a sound that remains timeless and hugely influential. A cornerstone of UK electronic music.
Track Listing
- Mysterons
- Sour Times
- Strangers
- It Could Be Sweet
- Wandering Star
- It’s A Fire
- Numb
- Roads
- Pedestal
- Biscuit
- Glory Box
Features
Original CD album edition
Classic trip‑hop release
Includes contributions from Adrian Utley, Geoff Barrow and Strings Unlimited
Go! Beat UK & Europe pressing
Full 11‑track album
Information
Artist: Portishead
Title: Dummy
Format: CD, Album
Label: Go! Beat – 828 553‑2
Country: UK & Europe
Genre: Electronic
Style: Trip Hop
Packaging: Standard CD jewel