Preemptive Strike defined DJ Shadow’s groundbreaking early period. This 2LP has been remastered at Abbey Road Studios and features a brand-new sleeve design by celebrated science fiction artist Frank R. Paul
A landmark collection of sample-driven production, it captures the inventive, genre-defying sound that helped establish Shadow as one of the most influential voices in electronic music. Bringing together key recordings from the formative years of his career, the album showcases his pioneering approach to sampling and production.
Featuring key tracks including “In/Flux”, “Organ Doner (Extended Overhaul)” and “High Noon”.
Released: December 2026
Cat: PIASC0101DLP
Label: PIAS
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Tracklist
Side One
In/Flux
Side Two
Hindsight
High Noon
Organ Donor (Extended Overhaul)
Side Three
What Does Your Soul Look Like (Part 2)
What Does Your Soul Look Like (Part 3)
Side D
What Does Your Soul Look Like (Part 4)
What Does Your Soul Look Like (Part 1)