Primal Scream – Higher Than The Sun
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Creation Records – CRE 096T |
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Vinyl
, 12", 45 RPM, Single
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UK |
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Genre: |
Electronic |
Style: |
Downtempo |
Tracklist
| A | Higher Than The Sun | 6:43 | |
| B | Higher Than The Sun (American Spring Mix) | 6:20 |
Companies, etc.
- Phonographic Copyright ℗ – Creation Records
- Copyright © – Creation Records
- Distributed By – Pinnacle (3)
- Pressed By – MPO
- Produced For – Boy's Own Productions
Credits
- Lacquer Cut By – Porky (5)
- Layout – M. Franks*
- Painting [Cover Painting] – P. Cannell*
- Photography By – Grant Fleming
- Written-By – Young*
Notes
B produced for Boys Own Productions
(P) + © 1991 Creation Records
Sleeve: Made in England
Record: Made in
Conflicting release date info: a Creation ad in NME announced a 10 June release, but Music Week predicted 17 June. Based on the Music Week chart debut in the 22 June issue, it seems the release was delayed and the later date is correct.
(P) + © 1991 Creation Records
Sleeve: Made in England
Record: Made in
Conflicting release date info: a Creation ad in NME announced a 10 June release, but Music Week predicted 17 June. Based on the Music Week chart debut in the 22 June issue, it seems the release was delayed and the later date is correct.
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Barcode (Scanned): 5017556200964
- Barcode (Text): 5 017556 200964
- Matrix / Runout (Etched, Runout Groove Side A): CRE 096 T A1 A PORKY PRIME CUT. LATER. MPO
- Matrix / Runout (Etched, Runout Groove Side B): CRE 096 T B1 PORKY. I GET MINE FOR 15's MPO
Other Versions (5 of 17)
View All| Title (Format) | Label | Cat# | Country | Year | |||
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| Higher Than The Sun (CD, Maxi-Single, Digipak) | Warner Bros. Records | 9 40133-2 | US | 1991 | |||
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Higher Than The Sun (Remix) (12", 45 RPM, Single) | Creation Records | CRE 096X | UK | 1991 | ||
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Higher Than The Sun (CD, Single) | Creation Records | CRESCD 096 | UK | 1991 | ||
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Higher Than The Sun (7", 45 RPM, Single) | Creation Records | CRE 096 | UK | 1991 | ||
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Higher Than The Sun (CD, Maxi-Single) | Creation Records | INT 828.910, CRESCD 096 | 1991 |
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Reviews
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Edited 5 years agoI agree with the comments below, but I think it would be more fair to note that "Higher Than The Sun" is the highlight in The Orb's career. Don't get me wrong, this is Primal Scream's greatest ever song by far, but it's The Orb that make it that way. They turned a decent little atmospheric demo into this transcendent yet dark anthem for the ages. Weatherall's "American Spring" mix is excellent too, making the song even spookier and more bizarre than the original. As a lifelong fan of dance music, what makes this record special for me is that the two greatest remixers of our time are on the same record here, both showing off their insane and otherworldly talents. This record is an absolute must-have in any collection -- a song that never ages. -
The quality of this on vinyl still gives me a thrill, this is almost like a dream, not sure if there are re-issues but the original production would be hard to beat. -
Edited 18 years agoBlew my away first time I heard it, and instantly became one of my all time favourite songs. Dark and dreamy melody combined with great lyrics. It has to do with hallucinogens, but also about the human spirit. "I've glimpsed, I have tasted, fantastical places. My souls an oasis, higher than the sun."
The remixes are okay, but nothing can compare with the true original. Undoubtly the higlight in Primal Scream's career.
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