Afrikan New Style
Jessy Matador · 2008
47 min · 15 tracks · zouk
A vibrant fusion of zouk rhythms and contemporary Afro-pop, pulsating with energy and danceable grooves.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mini kawoulé — This track showcases a catchy melody paired with an irresistible beat, making it a quintessential dance anthem that encapsulates the album's festive spirit.
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Téléphone rose — With its playful lyrics and upbeat rhythm, this song highlights Matador's ability to blend humor with vibrant instrumentation, appealing to a wide audience.
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Décalé gwada — This track exemplifies the fusion of Caribbean influences with African sounds, representing the cultural diversity that defines Matador's musical style and thematic exploration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively fuses zouk and Afro-pop, showcasing energetic rhythms and vocal interplay.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro that sets a rhythmic tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent upbeat tempo throughout.
- Each song features layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns typical of zouk, creating an engaging dance atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements alongside traditional instruments, blending contemporary Afro-pop with classic zouk sounds.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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So Fine
The bridge emphasizes a sense of longing by shifting from playful banter to a sincere admission of affection for someone special.
This shift creates emotional depth within an otherwise lighthearted track, allowing listeners to connect more personally with the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:20
- 2 Mini kawoulé 3:10
- 3 Décalé gwada 2:55
- 4 Téléphone rose 3:59
- 5 Afrikan Free Style 2:56
- 6 Y a qu’à demander 2:56
- 7 Ambiance Groove 2:43
- 8 Attrapez botcho 3:09
- 9 So Fine 2:56
- 10 Selesao 3:26
- 11 Socador 3:24
- 12 Zot’Ok 4:10
- 13 Say What 3:23
- 14 Jour d’automne 3:38
- 15 Mini kawoulé (remix 2) 3:09
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