Angels & Vampires – Volume I
Sananda Maitreya · 2005
68 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B
A fusion of smooth R&B grooves and eclectic influences, creating a captivating sonic landscape that invites introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Angie Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Reach Out — This track exemplifies Maitreya's ability to merge heartfelt lyrics with an infectious melody, capturing the album's emotional core. Its uplifting message resonates deeply within the overall narrative of connection and resilience.
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Dolphin — Dolphin stands out with its lush instrumentation and reflective lyrics, illustrating Maitreya's unique storytelling approach and the album’s thematic complexity. The song blends tranquility with an underlying tension that enhances its depth.
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Daddy Can I Have a War? — This track provocatively addresses themes of conflict and innocence, showcasing Maitreya's knack for weaving social commentary into his music. Its poignant questioning creates a powerful contrast against the album’s lighter moments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- introspective moments for deep reflection
- vibrant melodies for uplifting moods
- short tracks for varied engagement
- wave-like pacing invites replays
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer strict album cohesion
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Maitreya's return and reestablished his presence in the music industry.
- Themes
- social commentary· introspective storytelling· conflict and innocence
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Angels & Vampires – Volume I marked Sananda Maitreya's artistic return after a lengthy hiatus following his early success as Terence Trent D'Arby. This album represents a significant shift in his career, showcasing his evolution into a more experimental sound while maintaining the soulful essence of his roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Maxwell· Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak
Tracklist
- 1 Four Shadow 0:51
- 2 Angie Start here 2:09
- 3 Boolay Boolay 2:33
- 4 More Than You Do 2:19
- 5 Reach Out 4:03
- 6 I'm Your Daddy 3:31
- 7 Dolphin 5:42
- 8 Time Takes Time 2:23
- 9 Share Your Pain 3:06
- 10 We Are the Living 5:02
- 11 It Ain't Been Easy 3:16
- 12 Psychotherapy 3:56
- 13 Bella faccina 3:48
- 14 The Kind of Girl 4:26
- 15 If All I've Got 2:09
- 16 Losing Becomes Too Easy 5:19
- 17 Daddy Can I Have a War? 2:57
- 18 Gloria (Maitreya's Song) 4:54
- 19 She Knows I'm Leaving 2:53
- 20 Right Brain Says 3:04
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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