

The Prodigy releases 20th anniversary edition of ‘Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned’
The Prodigy celebrates 20 years of ‘Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned’ with a special anniversary edition.
The Prodigy, the iconic British electronic music group, has released a special 20th-anniversary edition of their fourth studio album, ‘Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned.’ Originally released in August 2004, this album marked a significant departure from their previous sound, focusing more on edgy beats and raw energy rather than the breakbeat hardcore style that characterised much of their earlier work. Now, two decades later, the album is being celebrated with a deluxe reissue that offers fans a fresh take on this groundbreaking record.
‘Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned’ was a daring move for The Prodigy, largely produced by Liam Howlett, the band’s creative mastermind, in his home studio. This album broke away from the group’s earlier reliance on vocalists Keith Flint and Maxim, with Howlett choosing instead to feature a wide range of guest artists, including Juliette Lewis, Kool Keith, and Liam Gallagher. The result was a diverse and experimental album that fused punk energy with electronic beats, creating a sound that was both aggressive and innovative.
🔥 20 years strong! Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned dropped two decades ago today 💥 To celebrate, the 20th anniversary re-release on vinyl is out now! ️ Play it loud and proud. 🖤⚡https://t.co/jpDNal16LK#TheProdigy#alwaysoutnumberedneveroutgunned pic.twitter.com/rPCn4S1Ac7
— The Prodigy (@the_prodigy) August 23, 2024
The 20th-anniversary edition of the album not only brings the original tracks back to life with remastered audio but also includes a collection of previously unreleased material, offering listeners a deeper insight into the creative process behind the album. Fans can now experience tracks like ‘Girls’ and ‘Spitfire’ with enhanced clarity and punch, reinforcing the album’s status as a cult classic within The Prodigy’s discography.
This reissue comes at a poignant time, as the music world continues to feel the loss of Keith Flint, who passed away in 2019. The band has been vocal about how Flint’s spirit continues to influence their work, and this anniversary edition serves as both a tribute to his legacy and a reminder of the group’s enduring impact on electronic music.
With the release of the 20th-anniversary edition, fans old and new are getting a fresh opportunity to dive into an album that might not have been fully appreciated in its time. It’s not just a nostalgia trip, it’s a chance to rediscover a record that dared to be different, blending electronic beats with a rock-and-roll spirit that was unmistakably The Prodigy.

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