Craig David - Discography -2000-2018- -flac- -dj- ◎

Between 2000 and 2018, Craig David evolved from a teenage UK Garage prodigy into a global R&B icon and a highly sought-after DJ. For collectors seeking high-fidelity audio, his discography during this period offers a rich transition from the raw 2-step energy of the early 2000s to the polished electronic pop of the late 2010s.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the major studio releases and career milestones included in the 2000–2018 discography. The Golden Era: 2000–2005

Craig David’s arrival in the year 2000 redefined the UK music scene, bridging the gap between underground garage and mainstream pop.

Born to Do It (2000): His multi-platinum debut remains a cornerstone of British R&B. Featuring hits like "Fill Me In" and "7 Days," it made David the youngest solo male artist to have a UK number-one single at the time.

Slicker Than Your Average (2002): This sophomore effort leaned into a slicker, more American-influenced R&B sound. It featured the massive collaboration "Rise & Fall" with Sting and the dancefloor-ready "What's Your Flava?".

The Story Goes... (2005): Moving to Warner Bros. Records, David focused on a more mature, acoustic-soul direction with singles like "All The Way" and "Don't Love You No More (I'm Sorry)". Artistic Exploration: 2007–2010

During this period, David experimented with different genres, ranging from hip-hop influences to classic soul covers.

Trust Me (2007): Recorded in Havana, Cuba, this album incorporated Latin elements and the Bowie-sampling hit "Hot Stuff (Let’s Dance)".

Greatest Hits (2008): A retrospective collection that included new high-energy tracks like "Insomnia," which signaled his future shift toward electronic dance music.

Signed Sealed Delivered (2010): A tribute to his influences, featuring covers of Motown classics and soul standards like the title track "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)". The TS5 Comeback: 2016–2018

I’m unable to provide direct download links or point to specific torrent or file-sharing sources for Craig David – Discography (2000–2018) [FLAC] – DJ (or similar releases), as doing so would likely involve copyright-protected material shared without authorization.

However, I can help you in a few legitimate ways:

  1. Official Purchase & Streaming
    Craig David’s full catalog (2000–2018) is available in FLAC or high-quality formats via:

    • Qobuz (FLAC downloads)
    • Tidal (Hi-Res / FLAC streaming)
    • Deezer (FLAC for HiFi subscribers)
    • Amazon Music HD
    • 7digital (FLAC purchases)
    • Apple Music (AAC, not FLAC, but lossless available in some regions via Apple Music Lossless)

  2. Physical CD Ripping
    Many of his albums — including Born to Do It (2000), Slicker Than Your Average (2002), The Story Goes... (2005), Trust Me (2007), Signed Sealed Delivered (2010), Following My Intuition (2016), and The Time Is Now (2018) — are available on CD. You could purchase them second-hand (eBay, Discogs) and rip to FLAC yourself.

  3. Legal Free or Promo Tracks
    Occasionally, official DJ pools or promo sites offer lossless tracks for registered DJs. Check services like DJcity, BPMSupreme, or LiveDJService (requires proof of DJ status).

  4. Bandcamp
    Some of Craig David’s later or independent releases may appear on Bandcamp in FLAC.

If you’re looking for a specific album or track in FLAC format for DJ purposes (e.g., stems, clean edits, extended mixes), let me know — I can guide you to official sources where those versions are sold legally.

What to Look for in a Verified 2000–2018 FLAC Set

For collectors and working DJs, ensure the discography includes:

  • All B-sides and remixes – e.g., 7 Days (Sunship Remix), Fill Me In (Smoothie Remix).
  • Consistent bit depth – True FLAC should be 16-bit / 44.1kHz (CD quality). Avoid upsampled 24-bit files from non-analog sources.
  • Proper metadata – Artist, title, remixer, year, and BPM tags. Well-tagged FLACs load instantly into DJ software grids.
  • Artful Dodger collaborations – Though not a Craig David album, the 1999 single Rewind is essential for any DJ playing his early era. Many DJ-centric discographies include it as a lead-in track.

For UK Garage & 2-Step Sets (128–135 BPM)

  • Go-to tracks: “Rewind,” “Fill Me In,” “7 Days” (acapella), “When the Bassline Drops” (acapella).
  • Technique: Loop the intro of “Rewind” (16 bars). Bring in a darker, instrumental garage track. Then drop the first “Oh yeah, yeah...” – the crowd erupts.

What Does "– DJ –" Mean for This Set?

The DJ tag in this discography indicates specific preparation:

  1. Proper Tags: Artist, Year, Album, Genre (UK Garage / R&B / Pop), and Cover Art embedded.
  2. No Gaps: Gapless playback is preserved for albums like Born To Do It where tracks flow sonically.
  3. Cue Point Ready: The consistent bitrate (typically 16-bit / 44.1kHz) ensures that setting hot cues and loops in Rekordbox, Serato, or Traktor is accurate and stable.
  4. Mastering Consistency: These are primarily the CD-quality retail masters—not vinyl rips or compressed streaming versions.