Released 20 years ago
Angels & Vampires – Volume II
Sananda Maitreya · 2006
59 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B
An eclectic blend of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, merging contemporary R&B with vibrant instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pretty Baby Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and emotional depth, showcasing Maitreya's signature vocal style.
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It's Just My Pain — The song highlights Maitreya's ability to convey vulnerability through poignant lyrics, creating an intimate connection with the listener.
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When Night Was Calling — This track exemplifies Maitreya's fusion of soul and R&B elements, featuring rich instrumentation and evocative storytelling.
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Sometimes You Gotta Cry — A deeply emotional ballad that resonates with themes of loss and resilience, showcasing Maitreya's lyrical prowess and vocal range.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for reflective moments
- smooth grooves for intimate settings
- exploration of love and loss
- short tracks for quick engagement
- soulful vibes for late nights
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat party anthems
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revived critical interest in Maitreya's work after years away from mainstream focus.
- Career context
- By the time 'Angels & Vampires – Volume II' was released in 2006, Sananda Maitreya, formerly known as Terence Trent D'Arby, had already experienced a significant career transformation. This album followed his previous works and marked a continued exploration of his artistic identity after changing his name and embracing a more independent approach to music production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Maxwell· Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak
Tracklist
- 1 Pretty Baby Start here 2:53
- 2 South Side Run 2:48
- 3 It's Just My Pain 2:18
- 4 Anesthesia 3:04
- 5 Floodwater 1:27
- 6 When Night Was Calling 3:23
- 7 Screamer 3:07
- 8 Honestly 1:49
- 9 Irene 2:25
- 10 Marlene 3:05
- 11 The Ballad of Lonesome Rhodes 2:58
- 12 C.Y.A.M.G. 2:24
- 13 Duchess 3:56
- 14 Madame Swan 3:30
- 15 Sometimes You Gotta Cry 2:48
- 16 OK 4:25
- 17 If I Were 2:37
- 18 Spoil You Rotten 3:45
- 19 The Owl and the Pussycat 4:02
- 20 O Jacaranda 2:27
What to play next
Angels & Vampires – Volume I
2005
It sets the stage for the themes and sound explored in Volume II.
Wildcard
2002
Offers a blend of R&B and introspection that leads into the sound of Angels & Vampires.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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