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 01. "Banana Skit" 02. "Pull Up The People" 03. "Bucky Done Gun" 04. "Fire Fire" 05. "Freedom [Skit]" 06. "Amazon" 07. "Bingo" 08. "Hombre" 09. "One For The Head Skit" 10. "10 Dollar" 11. "Sunshowers" 12. "Galang"
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 | | Description: | Arular by M.I.A., released 14 April 2005, includes the following tracks: "Uraqt", "Homber", "Pull Up The People", "Sunshowers" and more.
This version of Arular comes as a 1xCD. - "M.I.A. became the one-woman embodi- ment of what to some is great about the contemporary pop music landscape." - exclaims Pitchfork on her debut Arular which they gave an 8.4 and Best New Music."Groundbreaking" - Rolling Stone"instantly infectious"- Entertainment Weekly"It's the best kind of pop album imagin- able"- All Music1 M.I.A. Banana Skit2 M.I.A. Pull Up the People 3 M.I.A. Bucky Done Gun 4 M.I.A. Sunshowers 5 M.I.A. Fire, Fire 6 M.I.A. Dash the Curry Skit7 M.I.A. Amazon 8 M.I.A. Bingo 9 M.I.A. Hombre 10 M.I.A. One for the Head Skit11 M.I.A. 10 Dollar 12 M.I.A. U.R.A.Q.T. 13 M.I.A. Galang 14 M.I.A. M.I.ASome copies came in a die-cut slipcase (M.I.A. letters).
Track 1: Title as "Banana Skit" on the back sleeve.
Track 3: Inspired by [url=http://www.discogs.com/artist/477716-MC-Deize-Tigrona]Dayse Tigrona's[/url] "Injecao", produced by DJ Marlboro. Incorporating elements of "Theme From Rocky" written by Conti/Robbins/Connors.
Track 12: Contains a sample from "Sanford And Son Theme/The Streetbeater", performed by [a17546]. Originally produced and mixed by KW Griff licensed from Quiet Records.
Track 13.2 is unlisted. It starts at the 3:53 point of track 13 (which is 7:22 long).
? 2005 XL Recordings Ltd. &© 2005 XL Recordings Ltd."Arular" is the groundbreaking debut album by M.I.A., released here in CD format and presented by the label group XL / Beggars Group / Indigo. On this record, M.I.A. fuses raw electronic beats, dancehall, hip-hop, and global bass elements into a highly distinctive sound that is both political and party-ready. The tracks are driven by heavy rhythms, catchy hooks, and a lo-fi aesthetic that gives the album its urgent, street-level energy. Lyrically, "Arular" reflects themes of migration, identity, rebellion, and life between cultures, making it a key work for fans of innovative, globally influenced pop and club music. The CD edition offers clear, powerful sound and is ideal for listeners who want to experience the album as a coherent, flowing work from start to finish.
M.I.A. (Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam) has made a name for herself worldwide as one of the most innovative and politically conscious voices in pop and electronic music. Known for blending club sounds with influences from South Asia, the Caribbean, and the UK underground, she quickly attracted international attention with "Arular". The album established her reputation as a boundary-pushing artist who challenges musical and social norms alike and laid the foundation for later global hits and critically acclaimed projects. M.I.A.'s work has been widely discussed in music media and cultural discourse for its mix of activism, visual art, and uncompromising sound.
The release bears the stamp of XL Recordings and the Beggars Group, distributed in the German-speaking market via Indigo. XL / Beggars Group is known for championing independent, forward-thinking artists and for releasing genre-defining albums in alternative, electronic, and indie music. Rather than following trends, the group focuses on strong artistic identities and long-term development of its acts. Indigo, as a key distribution and label partner in the independent sector, stands for high-quality physical releases, reliable availability, and careful catalog curation. With "Arular", this label alliance once again demonstrates its knack for discovering and supporting artists who reshape the musical landscape and resonate far beyond the mainstream.
This CD edition of "Arular" is aimed at listeners who appreciate bold, cross-cultural sound design and music with a message. It works equally well as an energetic soundtrack for the night as it does as an album to explore in depth, track by track. The combination of M.I.A.'s unmistakable voice, her hybrid production style, and the independent spirit of XL / Beggars Group / Indigo makes this release an important piece for any collection that values originality, diversity, and artistic independence. | | | No. of tracks: |
13 |
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05857362 |
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