A genre‑defining milestone from Bristol’s trip‑hop pioneers, Protection blends dub‑heavy basslines, ambient textures, soul‑leaning vocals and cinematic production into one of the most influential electronic albums of the 1990s. The 2016 reissue delivers remastered audio on 180‑gram heavyweight vinyl, preserving the album’s atmospheric depth and low‑end warmth. Featuring standout performances from Tracey Thorn, Tricky, Nicolette and Horace Andy, this edition remains the definitive way to experience Massive Attack’s iconic sophomore release.

Track Listing

1. Protection (feat. Tracey Thorn)
2. Karmacoma (feat. Tricky)
3. Three (feat. Nicolette)
4. Weather Storm (Craig Armstrong)
5. Spying Glass (feat. Horace Andy)
6. Better Things (feat. Tracey Thorn)
7. Eurochild (feat. Tricky)
8. Sly (feat. Nicolette)
9. Heat Miser
10. Light My Fire (Live) (feat. Horace Andy & Daddy G)

Features

• 2016 remastered reissue
• 180‑gram heavyweight vinyl
• Original artwork
• Trip‑hop, downtempo, dub and chillout elements
• Produced by Massive Attack and Nellee Hooper
• Vocal features from Tracey Thorn, Tricky, Nicolette and Horace Andy

Information

Artist: Massive Attack
Title: Protection
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, 180g
Label: Circa / Wild Bunch Records
Catalogue No.: 5700962
Barcode: 602557009620
Country: Europe
Released: 2 December 2016
Genre: Electronic / Pop
Style: Trip‑Hop / Downtempo / Dub / Chillout
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Size: 12"
Packaging: Standard sleeve