Bad Vibes
Shlohmo · 2011
57 min · 13 tracks · electronic music
A moody fusion of atmospheric electronic textures and introspective beats that blurs the line between ambient and hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Big Feelings — Opening with haunting vocal samples layered over slow, heavy beats, this track sets the emotional tone for the entire album.
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I Can't See You I'm Dead — This track showcases Shlohmo's signature sound by merging distorted melodies with a pulsating bassline, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Trapped in a Burning House — Here, the interplay between delicate instrumentation and dark thematic content highlights Shlohmo's ability to evoke complex emotions through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's atmospheric sound and smooth transitions create a cohesive yet introspective experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths and samples that create a dense, atmospheric soundscape throughout its duration.
- Tracks often transition smoothly into one another, with overlapping textures that maintain a cohesive mood rather than distinct song identities.
- 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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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- melancholic reflections on solitude
- haunting soundscapes for late nights
- introspective melodies with depth
- slow-paced emotional unraveling
- nostalgic vibes for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party anthems
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2011, Shlohmo released 'Bad Vibes' as his debut studio album following a series of acclaimed EPs. The album marked a significant development in his sound, establishing him as a key figure in the burgeoning wave of experimental electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Clams Casino· Mount Kimbie· Balam Acab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Big Feelings 3:30
- 2 Places 5:02
- 3 Anywhere but Here 3:37
- 4 It Was Whatever 4:04
- 5 Parties 5:24
- 6 Just Us 4:06
- 7 Sink 5:08
- 8 I Can't See You I'm Dead 4:40
- 9 Trapped in a Burning House 3:58
- 10 Get Out 4:36
- 11 Your Stupid Face 4:45
- 12 Seriously 3:10
- 13 Same Time 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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