As we approach the heavily rumoured announcement of a re-issue of the TR-808, 909 and TB-303, here at pointblank HQ we’ve been discussing the legacy those units left behind and what the future hold for those iconic numbers. Regardless of whether you’re an analogue purist or a forward-thinking digital devotee, we can all agree on one thing – we all love the sound of the 808.
So we’ve put our heads together and choose our top 10 tracks that either are defined by, heavily used and/or wouldn’t be the same with the 808. Enjoy and stay locked to our Facebook, Twitter and YouTube channel for the latest developments on the re-issue rumours.
Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing
Afrika Bambaataa – Planet Rock
Adonis – No Way Back
Beastie Boys – Hold It Now, Hit It
Cybotron – Clear
Egyptian Lover – Egypt Egypt
Charlie – Spacer Woman
SOS Band – Just Be Good To Me
Freestyle – Don’t Stop the Rock
Freeez – IOU
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Editor’s Note: This is an old article and things have moved on considerably since the original publication date 🙂
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