Breath from Another cover

Breath from Another

Esthero · 1998

56 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A lush fusion of trip-hop beats and jazzy melodies envelops Esthero's hypnotic vocals in a dreamlike soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Breath From Another — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its ethereal production and introspective lyrics, showcasing Esthero's emotive vocal delivery.
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    Heaven Sent — With its captivating blend of lullaby-like melodies and intricate beats, this song highlights Esthero's ability to merge genres seamlessly.
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    Country Livin' (The World I Know) — This track stands out with its storytelling approach, combining urban themes with a laid-back feel that reflects Esthero's versatile artistry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Esthero's debut blends jazz and trip-hop effectively, showcasing strong writing and production.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a title track that features layered vocals and a slow, steady beat, setting a dreamy tone.
  • Several tracks incorporate jazz instrumentation, such as saxophones and pianos, blending seamlessly with electronic elements.
  • The last three tracks feature a gradual decrease in tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere as the album concludes.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Heaven Sent

    The chorus presents an intimate plea that shifts the focus from longing to acceptance, marking a pivotal emotional transition in the song.

    By juxtaposing vulnerability with strength in this moment, the writing deepens the listener's connection to themes of love and self-discovery.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Breath From Another 4:47
  • 2 Heaven Sent 4:30
  • 3 Anywayz 3:54
  • 4 That Girl 4:41
  • 5 Country Livin' (The World I Know) 4:21
  • 6 Flipher Overture 0:42
  • 7 Half a World Away 4:20
  • 8 Lounge 4:58
  • 9 Superheroes 3:58
  • 10 Indigo Boy 4:19
  • 11 Swallow Me / Anywayz, Part 2 15:46

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