Underworld
Underworld: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Members
- Karl Hyde and Rick Smith (Richard Smith)
- Nationality
- British
- Genres
- Techno, Progressive house, Electronic, Alternative dance
- Active since
- 1987
Essential tracks
- Rez1993
- Born Slippy .NUXX1996
- Dark & Long (Dark Train)1996
- Two Months Off2002
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Underworld
Where are Underworld from?
Underworld are from British.
Who are the members of Underworld?
Underworld are Karl Hyde and Rick Smith (Richard Smith).
What kind of music does Underworld play?
Underworld play techno, progressive house, electronic and alternative dance.
What are Underworld's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Rez" (1993), "Born Slippy .NUXX" (1996) and "Dark & Long (Dark Train)" (1996).
Does Underworld still tour?
Yes. Karl Hyde and Rick Smith remain active as Underworld, continuing to tour and release new music, including the 2024 album Strawberry Hotel.
When was Born Slippy released?
Born Slippy first came out in May 1995, with the .NUXX version as its B-side. The .NUXX version was reissued on 1 July 1996 after featuring in Trainspotting and reached number two in the UK.
Who left Underworld?
Darren Emerson, who played keyboards and handled mixing in the group, left Underworld in 2000, leaving Karl Hyde and Rick Smith as a duo.
When is Underworld's next festival show?
Underworld is on the lineup of Coachella (Indio, United States) 2027, starting April 9, 2027.