Moby - Bodyrock Promo 1

Review by Isaac Ferodolin Philip

Bodyrock Promo 1 by Moby: A Big Beat Blast from '99 Alright, let’s talk about Bodyrock Promo 1 by Moby. Released in 1999 under Mute Records, this little gem dives deep into the electronic scene with its big beat and breakbeat vibes. It's not an album you'd listen to for emotional ballads—this is pure energy bottled up in four killer remixes of "Bodyrock." And honestly? That’s all it needs. First off, can we just appreciate the artwork by Ysabel Knyphausen? Super cool, kinda gritty, matches the vibe perfectly. Props to Henrik Bonnevier too for nailing those photos—they give the whole thing that raw UK edge. But let’s get into what really matters: the music. The standout track has gotta be “Bodyrock (Hybrid’s Bodyshock Remix)”. Man, this one hits hard. The opening builds tension like crazy before dropping into this massive wall of sound. You feel every beat punch through your chest. What sticks with me most is how polished yet chaotic it feels—it’s got layers upon layers of synths and samples, but somehow they never clash. Instead, they work together like some kind of musical Jenga tower that refuses to fall over. Honestly, if I could describe this remix as a person, it’d be someone who walks into a party wearing neon sneakers and immediately takes control of the playlist. Iconic. Then there’s “Bodyrock (Rae & Christian Remix)”, which goes in a totally different direction. This one slows things down just enough to let Nikki D’s vocals shine. Her voice adds this sultry, almost hypnotic quality to the track. It’s less aggressive than Hybrid’s version but still packs a punch when the drums kick back in. There’s something addictive about how smooth it feels while still keeping that edgy breakbeat foundation. Like sipping coffee on a rainy morning—it wakes you up without being overwhelming. Moby clearly poured his heart into producing these tracks, and it shows. Credit where it’s due—he wrote, recorded, and produced everything himself. Dude knows how to craft a banger. Plus, having collaborators like Rae & Christian and Hybrid remixing his stuff just elevates the whole project. Each version of “Bodyrock” brings something fresh to the table, making it more than just a promo release—it’s a masterclass in remix culture. So yeah, Bodyrock Promo 1 might not have the mainstream recognition of some of Moby’s other works (Play, anyone?), but it deserves props for showcasing the versatility of big beat and breakbeat styles. Listening to it now feels like stepping back in time to sweaty underground clubs in late '90s London. Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: why don’t more artists release mini-albums like this anymore? Just a handful of killer tracks, no filler. Maybe it’s because playlists killed the art of curation—or maybe we’re just too impatient these days. Either way, Bodyrock Promo 1 reminds us that sometimes less really is more. Crank it up loud, and thank me later.

Artist: Moby
Album: Bodyrock Promo 1

Electronic

1999

Rating: 4.5

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Filename: moby-bodyrock-promo-1.zip

MP3 size: 27.2 mb
FLAC size: 197.6 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Bodyrock (B & H Bodyrob Mix)
Bodyrock (Remix)
Bodyrock (Hybrid's Bodyshock Remix)
Bodyrock (Rae & Christian Remix)

Video

Moby - Bodyrock (Olav Basoski's Da Hot Funk Da Freak Funk Remix) (1999)

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Catalog Numbers

P 12 MUTE 225
P12Mute225, P12MUTE225

Labels

Mute Records
Mute

Listen online

online anhören
kuunnella verkossa
online luisteren
lyssna på nätet
écouter en ligne
escuchar en línea
ouvir online
lytte på nettet
ascolta in linea

Formats

12"
Vinyl
33 ⅓ RPM
Promo

Companies

Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Mute Records Ltd.
Copyright (c)	Mute Records Ltd.

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Ysabel Knyphausen
Photography By	Henrik Bonnevier
Producer	Moby
Written-By	Moby
Recorded By	Moby
Vocals	Nikki D

Notes

For promo use only
Contains a sample of Love Rap as performed by Spoony G & the Treacherous 3.
℗ 1999 Mute Records Limited © 1999 Mute Records Limited . Made in Great Britain

Barcodes

Label Code: LC 5834
Matrix / Runout (Runout A): P 12 MUTE 225 A-1-1- I Guy's THE EXCHANGE
Matrix / Runout (Runout AA): P 12 MUTE 225 AA-1-1- I

About Moby

Born: September 11, 1965, Harlem, New York, NY, United States. Great great great grandson of Herman Melville author of Moby Dick. One of electronic music's most visible and talked-about figures, Moby's career comprises many years of work and many musical twists and turns. His career stretches all the way back to early rave and acid-house releases in the late 80s and early 90s as U.H.F. and Voodoo Child, through to his much loved/hated R&B/blues/pop/techno sample cut-ups of today. His most notable tracks from his early days include "Next Is The E

Real Name

Richard Melville Hall

Name Vars

DJ Moby
DJѩ௔
Evil Ninja Moby
M Oby
Mob9
Mobey
Mobi
Moby (as Jim Biscuit)
Moby's
Moby.
Mody
Möby
R. Melville Hall
R.M. Moby
Richard Melville Hall
The Little Idiot Moby
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Aliases

Voodoo Child
U.H.F.
Barracuda
Lopez
Mindstorm
DJ Cake
Brainstorm
Richard M. Hall

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Moby's *Bodyrock Promo 1* album from 1999 is a hidden gem in the electronic music scene. It features killer remixes by artists like Hybrid and Rae & Christian, each adding their own twist to the iconic track "Bodyrock." The album's artwork was done by Ysabel Knyphausen, and it even includes vocals from Nikki D. It’s a perfect snapshot of the UK’s big beat and breakbeat era. If you’re into layered beats and energetic vibes, this one’s worth checking out!

Comments

jrascado

2025-03-16

There was a stretch where Olav was pumping out banger after banger. It's a bummer that a lot of people got so burned out on disco/filter house. I still love it.