Is Black Cherry a good place to start with Goldfrapp?

Yes, Black Cherry is recommended as a starting point for new Goldfrapp listeners. A shimmering blend of dark pop and electronic beats layered with haunting vocals that evoke a sense of seductive melancholy. Released in 2004, Black Cherry marked Goldfrapp's third studio album, following their successful debut, Felt Mountain. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning into a more mainstream sound while maintaining their art-pop roots, showcasing an evolution in style and production.

Who is Black Cherry for?

Black Cherry works well if you're into short energetic nightlife journey, sultry beats for dancing and playful remixes with variety.

How many songs are on Black Cherry?

Black Cherry has 5 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Black Cherry

Goldfrapp · 2004

21 min · 5 tracks · electronica

A shimmering blend of dark pop and electronic beats layered with haunting vocals that evoke a sense of seductive melancholy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Black Cherry (single mix) Start here — This track encapsulates the album's essence with its catchy hooks and lush synths while showcasing Alison Goldfrapp's ethereal vocal delivery.
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Gone to Earth — With its atmospheric production and introspective lyrics, this track highlights the album's darker undertones and emotional depth.
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Black Cherry (M83 remix) — This remix reimagines the original's sonic landscape, blending ambient textures with euphoric melodies, emphasizing the song's versatility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic electropop with atmospheric elements, showcasing strong production and distinct sound.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features driving beats and energetic synth lines, while the second half shifts to more atmospheric and introspective tracks.
Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies that blend with the electronic instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape.
The album includes abrupt tempo changes, particularly between 'Strict Machine' and 'Forever', which alters the listener's experience.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

short energetic nightlife journey
sultry beats for dancing
playful remixes with variety
immersive listening in order

Maybe skip if you

slow-paced reflective experiences
long-form cohesive narratives

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked a shift towards mainstream appeal and wider recognition.
Themes: seductive melancholy· dark pop nightlife
Career context: Released in 2004, Black Cherry marked Goldfrapp's third studio album, following their successful debut, Felt Mountain. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning into a more mainstream sound while maintaining their art-pop roots, showcasing an evolution in style and production.
Stylistic neighbors: Bat for Lashes· Little Boots· Lana Del Rey