Rooty – Basement Jaxx (Vinyl 12" LP)
Released in 2001, Rooty is the genre-defying second album from British electronic duo Basement Jaxx, marking a bold leap from their house-heavy debut into an eclectic, party-starting fusion of dance, funk, garage, R&B, and Latin influences. Known for its exuberant energy and inventive production, the album features collaborations with vocalists such as Kele Le Roc and longtime Jaxx contributors, blending vibrant beats with offbeat humour and global rhythms. It solidified the duo’s reputation as innovators in early-2000s dance music.
Key Highlights
- Includes standout tracks “Where’s Your Head At”, “Romeo”, and “Do Your Thing”
- Seamlessly blends UK garage, house, funk, and soul with global music influences
- Praised for its genre-bending production and fearless approach to pop structures
- Often cited as a landmark release in 2000s electronic music
- Available on vinyl with full artwork and remastered audio for superior playback
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Romeo
2. Breakaway
3. SFM
Side B
4. Jus 1 Kiss
5. Broken Dreams
6. I Want You
Side C
7. Get Me Off
8. Where's Your Head At
Side D
9. Do Your Thing
10. Freakalude
11. Crazy Girl
12. Do Your Thing
Fun Fact
“Where’s Your Head At” samples Gary Numan’s “M.E.” and “This Wreckage”, bridging synth-pop heritage with 21st-century club energy.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- A cornerstone of UK electronic music with infectious, genre-spanning creativity
- Perfect for collectors of experimental pop, club music, and early-2000s dance
- Features iconic singles that remain festival and club staples
- Remastered for vinyl, offering punchier basslines and crisp production details
Rooty remains one of Basement Jaxx’s most adventurous and celebrated releases - an energetic and imaginative album that thrives on vinyl’s warmth and depth.