Portishead

Dummy

RELEASED: August 22, 1994
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Mysterons Meaning 5:06 2. Sour Times Meaning 4:14 3. Strangers Meaning 3:58 4. It Could Be Sweet Meaning 4:19 5. Wandering Star Meaning 4:53 6. It’s a Fire Meaning 3:49 7. Numb Meaning 3:57 8. Roads Meaning 5:05 9. Pedestal Meaning 3:41 10. Biscuit 5:04 11. Glory Box Meaning 5:05

Historical Archive

Dummy is the debut studio album by English electronic band Portishead, released in 1994. The album is celebrated for its haunting soundscapes, blending elements of hip hop, electronica, and orchestral music. It features the distinctive use of samples and live instrumentation, characterized by Beth Gibbons' ethereal vocals. Dummy is often credited with pioneering the trip-hop genre and has had a profound influence on contemporary music, inspiring countless artists across various genres.