
11 March 1997 · 30 YEARS
Blow Your Headphones
The Herbaliser
This record functions as a late-night session of crate-digging turned into a professional project. It relies on a mix of breaks and cinematic textures to establish its character.
The music remains a key example of organic instrumentation applied to electronic beats. By using varied samples, the group created a sophisticated take on hip-hop that defined the early days of their label.