description Massive Attack - Protection Overview
Protection is the second studio album by the English electronic music group Massive Attack, released in 1994 by Circa and Virgin Records. As a foundational release in the trip-hop genre, the album continues the band's moody, down-tempo aesthetic established in their debut. It is distinguished by its prominent use of guest vocalists, including Tracey Thorn of Everything But the Girl on the title track, Nicolette, and reggae singer Horace Andy. The album also features the single "Karmacoma," which includes a vocal contribution from Tricky, marking one of his last collaborative efforts with the group.
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When was Massive Attack's album "Protection" released?
"Protection" is the second studio album by the English electronic music group Massive Attack, released in 1994. It was distributed by Circa and Virgin Records.
Who sang on the title track of Massive Attack's "Protection"?
Tracey Thorn, the lead singer of the duo Everything But The Girl, provided the haunting vocals for the album's title track. Her collaboration resulted in one of the most iconic songs on the record.
What genre of music is the album "Protection" by Massive Attack?
The album is considered a foundational release in the trip-hop genre. It continues the band's moody, down-tempo aesthetic, heavily relying on complex drum loops, deep basslines, and atmospheric samples.
Did Massive Attack use any other famous vocalists on the "Protection" album?
Besides Tracey Thorn, the album features notable contributions from reggae legend Horace Andy, who sang on the track "Spying Glass." It also features rapper Tricky, who would leave the group shortly after to pursue a successful solo career.
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