Afrotronik - The Blackout

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Review by Joe Martin

The Blackout by Afrotronik: A House Gem That Still Hits Hard Alright, let’s talk about The Blackout by Afrotronik. This 2008 electronic album is a slice of pure house music goodness, straight outta the US and released on Soulshine Cutz. It’s one of those records that doesn’t try too hard but still manages to leave a mark. Afrotronik handles everything here—writing, producing, performing—and you can tell this dude poured his soul into it. Now, I gotta shout out two tracks that stuck with me: “The Blackout (Main Mix)” and “The Blackout (Beats).” The Main Mix? Damn. It kicks off like a heartbeat in a dark club, all thumping basslines and shimmering synths. There’s something hypnotic about how the layers build up—like every sound has its own little story to tell. It’s not flashy or overdone; it just works. You could lose yourself dancing to this for hours, no problem. Then there’s the Beats version. Stripped down, raw, and kinda nasty in the best way possible. If the Main Mix feels like floating through neon lights, this one slaps you back to earth. It’s all drums and attitude, perfect for when you need something gritty to vibe to. Honestly, hearing these two versions side-by-side makes you appreciate how versatile house music can be. Same track, totally different feels. What gets me most about The Blackout is how timeless it feels. Even though it dropped 15 years ago, it hasn’t aged a day. Maybe because Afrotronik didn’t chase trends—he made something real. Listening to it now feels like stepping into a time capsule where the party never stops. And hey, isn’t it wild how some albums just sneak up on you? Like, you think it’s just another house record, but then BAM—it grabs hold and won’t let go. Kinda makes you wonder if Afrotronik knew he was crafting something people would still vibe to years later. Or maybe he just wanted us to dance our worries away. Either way, mission accomplished.

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Artist: Afrotronik
Album: The Blackout
Rating: 4.5

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Filename: afrotronik-the-blackout.zip
  • MP3 size: 15.6 mb
  • FLAC size: 117.6 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
The Blackout (Main Mix)
The Blackout (Beats)

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Catalog Numbers

SSC-006

Labels

Soulshine Cutz

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"

Companies

RoleCompany
Distributed ByTopplers
Published ByBenedetti Music

Credits

RoleCredit
Written-ByAfrotronik
ProducerAfrotronik
PerformerAfrotronik

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 41149 02061
  • Rights Society: ASCAP

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *The Blackout* by Afrotronik is a one-person masterpiece. Released in 2008, Afrotronik handled everything—writing, producing, and performing. It’s pure House music vibes, with just two tracks: the *Main Mix* and the *Beats* version.Released under Soulshine Cutz, this gem showcases how one artist can create an entire electronic experience on their own.