DESCRIPTION
Originally released in 1994, Protection is the landmark second album from Bristol pioneers Massive Attack and a defining release in the evolution of trip hop. Blending downtempo beats, dub, soul, hip hop, and atmospheric electronica, the album delivers a dark yet immersive sound that helped shape alternative electronic music throughout the 1990s.
Featuring standout collaborations with Tracey Thorn, Tricky, Horace Andy, and Nicolette, Protection moves effortlessly between haunting vocal tracks and deep groove-driven production. Songs like Protection, Karmacoma, and Sly showcase Massive Attack’s signature cinematic style — layered basslines, hypnotic rhythms, and emotionally rich textures that remain timeless decades later.
Widely regarded as one of the essential electronic albums of its era, Protection is a must-have for fans of trip hop, downtempo, and experimental electronic music.
TRACKLIST
Side A
A1. Protection
A2. Karmacoma
A3. Three
A4. Weather Storm
A5. Spying Glass
Side B
B1. Better Things
B2. Eurochild
B3. Sly
B4. Heat Miser
B5. Light My Fire (Live)