Released 10 years ago
A Mineral Love
Bibio · 2016
50 min · 14 tracks · electronic music
A blend of organic textures, playful samples, and nostalgic melodies that evoke a sun-drenched afternoon in the countryside.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Mineral Love — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its rich layers of sound and tender emotions, grounding the listener in Bibio's aesthetic vision.
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Feeling — With its infectious groove and reflective lyrics, this track demonstrates Bibio's skill in marrying upbeat rhythms with introspective themes, making it a standout moment.
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C'est la vie — This song showcases a playful yet poignant exploration of life's unpredictability through vibrant instrumentation and catchy melodies that resonate with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends organic sounds and samples effectively, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven across the tracklist.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate field recordings and samples that create a sense of place, enhancing the organic feel of the music.
- The tempo varies significantly throughout, with some tracks maintaining a steady rhythm while others explore more freeform structures.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sun-drenched afternoon vibes
- playful and whimsical energy
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- nostalgic melodies for daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of intense drama
- prefer long, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2016, A Mineral Love is Bibio's sixth studio album, following his critically acclaimed record Silver Wilkinson. At this point in his career, Bibio had solidified his unique style, merging electronic music with acoustic elements, and was exploring new sonic territories while maintaining his signature warmth.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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With the Thought of Us
The verses shift from nostalgia to hopefulness as they detail fleeting memories interwoven with aspirations for future connections.
This juxtaposition creates a vivid emotional landscape that captures the essence of longing while simultaneously looking forward.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Petals 2:32
- 2 A Mineral Love 3:17
- 3 Raxeira 2:52
- 4 Town & Country 4:03
- 5 Feeling 3:27
- 6 The Way You Talk 2:50
- 7 With the Thought of Us 3:46
- 8 Why So Serious? 4:46
- 9 C'est la vie 3:31
- 10 Wren Tails 1:34
- 11 Gasoline & Mirrors 5:43
- 12 Saint Thomas 3:39
- 13 Light Up the Sky 3:41
- 14 Pretty Girls 4:45
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