Time Zone is an assemblage of musical talent primarily known for their genre-bending tracks that incorporate elements of electro, hip-hop, and world music. Originating in 1983 as a collaborative project between Afrika Bambaataa, Bill Laswell, and Johnny Rotten (John Lydon), Time Zone first gained fame with the influential electro track "World Destruction." This early success encapsulated the group's penchant for socially conscious lyrics paired over dance beats.

While the original group did not remain active for a lengthy period, the name Time Zone has been revived with various line-up changes to continue releasing music that pushes the boundaries between electronic fusion and socio-political commentary. Their 21st-century releases, including "Conflict" and "Lost Nations: Reconstruction & Mixtranslation by Bill Laswell," demonstrate their ongoing commitment to merging eclectic soundscapes with thought-provoking content. The repertoire, from the politically charged "Conflict 'Destructamental'" to the celebratory "Happy Christmas - Single," encapsulates the diverse approach Time Zone takes to music production, refusing to be pinned down to any single genre or message.

Genres

Experimental

Hip Hop

World

Avant-garde

Electro

Industrial

Punk

Latest Release

Conflict "Destructamental"

Afrika Bambaataa•

Time Zone

Single - Released January 6, 2024