The Prodigy Experience 27th Anniversary Megamix (2019)

Martin van Zeelandt / TCD
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The Prodigy. A group well known, and much loved, all over the world. They are known everywhere around this massive globe, and they've been pushing boundaries since the early 90s. Their first album, released in 1992, was such a successful and ground-breaking album, it caught everyone by surprise. It is still loved and appreciated by so many, it is unbelievable to think that this album was released 34 years ago?! And even though it is 34 years old, it is still a fresh and exciting album. And of course I had to review this megamix, I simply had to.

I am a fan of The Prodigy. And I'm not the only one. There are millions of us, all over the globe. But we all have our own opinions, which I truly admire. But in my honest opinion, their first album is certainly the best, closely followed by 'Music For The Jilted Generation'. And 'The Fat Of The Land' as third. The albums that followed, are OK, but they are not on the same level as the first three albums. Nothing can top the Prodigy's legendary 90s sound. How they shaped the rave scene, is beyond belief. They've been so influential to us all, and have given the raving community so many hours of music. And not only is their music something to look forward to, but also their live sets. Sold out so damn quick, but for good reasons.

Dave Junglist decided to create a megamix, back in 2019, and all the tracks he used, are from the mighty 'Experience' album. It is such a wicked album, still one of the most played albums in my life. Top quality songs, and pushing so many boundaries of what we were capable of doing, back in 1992. The only thing he did, was rearrange the songs in the order suitable for this mix, and turn them all into one megamix. Don't let the ''27th anniversary'' alarm you, as this mix is 7 years old. The album is actually 34 years old now.

Time does fly when you are having fun. We might age, but this album never has, nor will it ever age. It ages like fine wine (I believe, I'm not a wine drinker!)

The Prodigy - Weather Experience
The Prodigy - Jericho
The Prodigy - Fire (Sunrise Version)
The Prodigy - Music Reach (1/2/3/4)
The Prodigy - Charly (Trip Into Drum And Bass Version)
The Prodigy - Wind It Up
The Prodigy - Out Of Space
The Prodigy - Your Love (Remix)
The Prodigy - Hyper Speed (G Force Pt. II)
The Prodigy - Ruff In The Jungle Bizniz
The Prodigy - Everybody In The Place (155 & Rising)
The Prodigy - Death Of The Prodigy Dancer (Live)

This still gives me goose bumps. What a fantastic album. I do believe that this album is a timeless masterpiece, and many would agree. Rave music's finest album, or at least one of them. The Prodigy gave us this album, and then tore us a new hole with their live performances. They are causing ear damage since 1992, that's for sure.

Dave Junglist's mix is a very pleasant one to listen to on this Monday. We need something raw and rough to get us through the week ahead. But not raw, rough and unpleasant at the same time. On the contrary. This is a very pleasant listening experience. But an experience, nonetheless.

All 12 records are amazing Maybe 'Weather Experience' the least appreciated one, but a highly praised one by yours truly. 8 minutes and 6 seconds long, but boy, does it take you on a journey. A beautiful masterpiece. A thought provoking record. Without words, it can make you feel a tad emotional, and you need to tap into those emotions. This is such a beautiful record. Slow and steady, always wins the race.

The mix has got some minor errors. Nothing to worry about, but I thought I'd let you know.

This mix reminds me: I should blow off the cobwebs of the album, and listen to it again. Or stream it somewhere. Time to relive the 90s again, and rave like never before.

A true definitive album, one that defines rave. Youngsters might not know of this album, but the 'older' generation will do. The jilted generation, if you like....