Western Music: A Collection of Iconic Big Beat Tracks (Great for Rock Fans Too)

Miracle MakerLoop Da Loop (Space Cowboy)

Loop Da Loop – Miracle Maker (1999) (original video)

Space Cowboy is the stage name of Nicolas Jean-Pierre Dresti, a France-born, UK-raised singer-songwriter, DJ, and producer.

Dresti recorded two tracks in 1992 under the name Vibes (2), then changed his stage name to Nicky Fabulous, and in 1996 released the single The Wildstyle as DJ Supreme.

He also recorded under various other aliases, including Kings of Rhythm, Loop Da Loop, and DJ Chrome, before adopting his current name, Space Cowboy, in 2002.

He covered Prince’s I Would Die 4 U and made his debut in 2003 with his first album Across the Sky, followed by his second album Big City Nights and third album Digital Rock.

Miracle Maker is a single released in 1999 on the Manifest label under Space Cowboy’s alias Loop Da Loop; it is an electro track in a Big Beat and House style.

Singin’ in the RainMint Royale

Mint Royale – Singin’ In The Rain (Video)

Mint Royale is a big beat electronic music act from Manchester, England, formed in 1997.

It was founded by Neil Claxton and Chris Baker; Baker left in 2004, after which Claxton continued producing the music, and the project has operated as a four-piece.

They have had hits with tracks such as Bluer Song, Shake Me, Don’t Falter, Dead Beat, and The Sexiest Man in Jamaica.

Singin’ in the Rain was released as a single from the album See You in the Morning and was used as the soundtrack for a Volkswagen Golf commercial.

We Don’t CareAudio Bullys

Audio Bullys – We Don’t Care (Official Video)

Audio Bullys is an electronic music project unit from London, England.

They began activities in 2001 and are known for genres such as electronica, house, and big beat.

In 2003, the singles We Don’t Care and The Things/Turned Away charted, and in 2005, their single Shot You Down featuring Nancy Sinatra reached No.

3 on the UK Singles Chart.

Trip Like I DoThe Crystal Method

The Crystal Method – Trip Like I Do (Original)

The Crystal Method is an electronic music and keyboard duo formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1993.

They are pioneers of the big beat genre and have appeared in numerous TV shows, films, video games, and advertisements.

Their 1997 album Vegas was certified gold by the RIAA in 1998 and platinum in 2007.

Singles from the album include Trip Like I Do, Busy Child, High Roller, Coming Back, and Keep Hope Alive.

They are also known for spanning diverse genres such as electronica, trip hop, big beat, breakbeat, electronic rock, and alternative dance.

CycloneDub Pistols

Cyclone – Dub Pistols

Dub Pistols is an electronic music group formed in 1996 in London, UK by Barry Ashworth, known for big beat, electronica, alternative hip hop, and dub.

In 1998 they released their first singles, “There’s Gonna Be a Riot” and “Best Got Better,” along with their debut album, Point Blank.

They have released seven albums and four singles.

Tracks such as “Official Chemical,” “Cyclone,” and “Architect” have been used in video game soundtracks, and “Running From The Thoughts” appeared in PGA Tour 09.

The track “Gotta Learn” was featured in EA Sports’ FIFA 99.

Leave You Far Behind (The Matrix)Lunatic Calm

The Matrix Soundtrack – Lunatic Calm – Leave You Far Behind

Lunatic Calm is an electronic music group that was active from 1996 to 2003.

Formed in London, UK in 1996, the group’s core members are Simon “sHack” Shackleton and Howard “Howie” Saunders.

Their signature track is “Leave You Far Behind,” which has been featured in numerous film soundtracks and video game tracks.

DominationWay Out West

Way Out West – Domination

Way Out West is an electronic music duo from Bristol, England, consisting of producers Jody Wisternoff and Nick Warren.

In 1997, they released their debut album, Way Out West, which includes The Gift, Ajare, and Domination.

Their second album, Intensify, was released in 2001 and features Mindcircus and the global club hit Intensify.