Thievery Corporation

The Mirror Conspiracy

First released2000

The Mirror Conspiracy, released in 2000, was recorded primarily at different sessions in Washington, D.C. and various studios, with the duo of Rob Garza and Eric Hilton working with producer/engineer Chris Vrenna, known for his work with Nine Inch Nails and other electronic acts. The album showcased Thievery Corporation's signature blend of downtempo, jazz, and world music influences, featuring live instrumentation layered with electronic production across its 14 tracks. The recording process involved collaboration with numerous guest musicians and vocalists including Amon Tobin, who contributed string arrangements, reflecting the band's eclecticism and collaborative approach to production. The album became their breakthrough commercial success, establishing the sonic template for their subsequent work and helping to define the early 2000s lounge and downtempo music scene.