The Fat Of The Land – The Prodigy
Released in 1997, The Fat of the Land catapulted The Prodigy from UK rave icons to global electronic rock pioneers. Fusing breakbeat, big beat, punk energy and searing vocals, the album captured a rebellious spirit that defined the late '90s. Produced by Liam Howlett and featuring vocals from Keith Flint and Maxim, it became a crossover phenomenon, blending underground rave culture with mainstream impact.
Key Highlights
- Features explosive fan favourites such as “Firestarter”, “Breathe” and “Smack My B**** Up”
- A genre-defying blend of electronic, industrial, punk and hip-hop influences
- Landmark production by Liam Howlett, praised for its aggressive sampling and layered complexity
- Includes guest contributions from Crispian Mills (Kula Shaker) and Shahin Badar
- Often released on heavyweight black vinyl; special editions may include remastered audio
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Smack My B**** Up
2. Breathe
Side B
3. Diesel Power
4. Funky S***
Side C
5. Serial Thrilla
6. Mindfields
7. Narayan
Side D
8. Firestarter
9. Climbatize
10. Fuel My Fire
Fun Fact
The Fat of the Land was the first UK electronic album to debut at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200, a milestone that signalled the global rise of big beat.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- Essential addition to any 1990s or electronic music collection
- A sonic time capsule of rave culture meeting mainstream rock
- Vinyl pressing enhances the album’s gritty, bass-heavy sound
- Celebrated as a defining release of the UK big beat movement
This is more than an album—it's a cultural flashpoint that reshaped electronic music. A must-own for collectors and genre enthusiasts alike.