Top tracks — play these first
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Starwar — The opening track sets the tone with its vibrant mix of pulsating beats and infectious basslines, showcasing the band's signature sound.
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Do It Good — This track exemplifies the group's ability to blend catchy hooks with a laid-back groove, making it a dancefloor favorite.
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I Am Love — With its heartfelt lyrics and smooth instrumentation, this track highlights Crazy P's lyrical depth while maintaining an upbeat feel.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends live and electronic elements effectively, creating a danceable yet cohesive experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of live instrumentation alongside electronic beats, creating a rich texture throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation and groove exploration.
- The tempo remains predominantly upbeat, with only one track significantly slowing down the pace towards the end.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- inviting grooves for social gatherings
- for late-night unwinding
- soulful melodies that encourage dancing
- extended jams for deep relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'A Nice Hot Bath With...' marks Crazy P's debut studio album following their earlier EPs. At this point, the band was establishing a presence in the UK dance music scene, building on their live performances and burgeoning reputation within the deep house and disco genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hot Chip· Purple Disco Machine· DJ Koze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Starwar 8:55
- 2 Do It Good 8:52
- 3 3 Play It Cool 6:21
- 4 Omega Man 9:53
- 5 Smoothin' Groovin' 8:57
- 6 I Am Love 5:27
- 7 Mambo 8:26
- 8 A Little Something 5:22
- 9 Drop Your Weapon 8:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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