Kosheen - Hide U

Here we are with another iconic track, as described by the artists who made them as covered by DJ Mag. This time it's the gargantuan hit for Kosheen 'Hide U'  which graced the airwaves in 2001 and was seemingly embraced by both the mainstream stations and the sweaty underground clubs. Sian Evans of the band explains how the track came together, and how the band did their best to avoid genres - to let the feeling of the music come through. Kosheen are Sian Evans, Darren Beale and Mark Morrison, and here's the track..

In The Making Of, DJ Mag explores the stories behind some of the world's most influential electronic music tracks, told by the artists and producers who made them. Here's more:

5 years since the release of their debut album 'Resist', Kosheen vocalist Sian Evans joins DJ Mag to share the story behind the Bristol band's breakthrough track, 'Hide U'. Sian reflects on the formation of Kosheen alongside Markee Ledge and Darren Beale, a collaboration that developed organically within Bristol's thriving electronic music scene. Influenced by the city's singular soundscape and the trip-hop movement pioneered by artists such as Massive Attack, the trio began developing their personal style. Inspired by Sian's desire to protect a child, the lyrics to 'Hide U' carried a deeply personal meaning.

From the moment the track was recorded, the band knew they had created something special. Its success propelled Kosheen into the spotlight, leading to performances at Glastonbury and an appearance on the iconic BBC television show Top of the Pops. Here, Sian looks back on the making of 'Hide U', the memories surrounding its success and its lasting legacy.

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