Halfway Between The Gutter And The Stars

Norman Cook moved away from pure dance floor energy here to explore a rougher, soulful side. Bringing in guest singers such as Macy Gray and Bootsy Collins gave the record a human presence that contrasted with typical big beat music.

Coming out as the new century began, these tracks mark the shift from chaotic nineties rave vibes to a cleaner, sample-based house approach. It serves as a record of the moment when electronic music makers took on the role of primary architects for mainstream music culture.