1977 (Mike Paradinas album)
| 1977 | ||||
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | April 7, 2023 | |||
| Genre | ambient, jungle, house | |||
| Length | 67:44 | |||
| Label | Balmat | |||
| μ-Ziq chronology | ||||
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| Singles from 1977 | ||||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| Crack | [2] |
| Igloo Magazine | (positive)[3] |
1977 is the 15th studio album by English electronic producer Mike Paradinas under the name μ-Ziq. It was released on April 7, 2023 via Balmat, a Spanish label based in Barcelona.[4][5] The album was described by critics to be ambient, jungle, and house. Steve Young writing for Igloo Magazine noted that it is similar to older albums of Paradinas, such as Tango N' Vectif.[3]
Meemo Comma, the wife of Paradinas, is featured in the title track.[3][4]
Tracklist
All tracks are written by Mike Paradinas.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "4am" | 4:13 |
| 2. | "Éire" | 6:22 |
| 3. | "Allegro" | 4:33 |
| 4. | "Houzz 13" | 5:03 |
| 5. | "Belt & Carpet" | 3:58 |
| 6. | "Marmite" | 6:27 |
| 7. | "Asda" | 2:48 |
| 8. | "1977" (featuring Meemo Comma) | 5:36 |
| 9. | "Xolbe 3" | 5:59 |
| 10. | "Burnt Orange" | 3:18 |
| 11. | "Lime Aero" | 4:31 |
| 12. | "Reference Gravy" | 2:34 |
| 13. | "Mesolithic Jungle" | 4:16 |
| 14. | "Pillowy" | 3:08 |
| 15. | "Froglets" | 4:58 |
| Total length: | 67:44 | |
Personnel
Credits adapted from liner notes.[6]
- Mike Paradinas – writer, producer, performer
- Pedro Pina – masterer
- José Quintanar – cover artist
- Basora – designer
Charts
| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Album Downloads (OCC)[7] | 34 |
| UK Independent Albums (OCC)[8] | 47 |
References
- ^
- From Bleep:
- "µ-Ziq - Burnt Orange". Bleep. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- "µ-Ziq - 4am". Bleep. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ Parker, Annie (April 7, 2023). "μ-Ziq: '1977' review". Crack. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ a b c Young, Steve (April 7, 2023). "µ-Ziq :: 1977 (Balmat)". Igloo Magazine. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ a b Taylor, Nick (February 20, 2023). "μ-Ziq debuts on Balmat with new album, 1977". Resident Advisor. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ Eede, Christian (February 21, 2023). "Mike Paradinas Details New Album As μ-Ziq, '1977'". The Quietus. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ μ-Ziq (April 7, 2023). 1977 (Liner notes). Balmat.
- ^ "Official Album Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 27, 2025.
- ^ "Official Independent Albums Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 27, 2025.