Butter
Hudson Mohawke · 2009
51 min · 18 tracks · intelligent dance music
A kaleidoscopic blend of glitchy beats and vibrant melodies that creates a playful yet immersive listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Joy Fantastic — This track stands out with its infectious energy, blending soulful samples with intricate rhythms, embodying the playful spirit of the album.
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Gluetooth — Featuring a mix of glitchy textures and melodic hooks, this track exemplifies Mohawke's innovative approach to beat-making and sound design.
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No One Could Ever — With its lush instrumentation and emotive undertones, this track showcases Mohawke's ability to merge complex musical ideas into accessible formats.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's playful yet immersive sound showcases unique production techniques that influenced electronic music.
What we noticed
- Melodic elements often intertwine with heavy bass lines, creating a dense soundscape that demands active engagement from the listener.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration
- dynamic flow with varied pacing
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- headphone detail hunting experience
- playful melodies with glitchy beats
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2009, 'Butter' was Hudson Mohawke's debut album, marking his first major statement after several well-received EPs. This release positioned him as a key figure in the burgeoning electronic and beat-making scenes in the UK, showcasing his innovative production style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rustie· Flying Lotus· Shlohmo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shower Melody 1:21
- 2 Gluetooth 3:47
- 3 Joy Fantastic 3:59
- 4 3.30 1:35
- 5 Trykk 2:12
- 6 Fruit Touch 3:57
- 7 ZOo00OOm 2:42
- 8 Acoustic Lady 2:06
- 9 Rising 5 3:11
- 10 Twistclip Loop 1:23
- 11 Just Decided 3:49
- 12 No One Could Ever 2:18
- 13 Velvet Peel 2:16
- 14 Tell Me What You Want From Me 2:58
- 15 FUSE 3:10
- 16 Star Crackout 4:55
- 17 Allhot 2:42
- 18 Black n Red 2:44
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