What makes Chasing Time by Azealia Banks notable?

The album features a blend of genres which contributed to its appeal in diverse music circles. While it didn't achieve mainstream chart success, it was noted for its artistic expression and helped reinforce Azealia's influence in the dance-pop and hip-hop realms, often inspiring upcoming artists seeking similar sonic experimentation. By the time 'Chasing Time' was released in January 2014, Azealia Banks had already established herself with her mixtape 'Fantasea' and the hit single '212'. This album served as a follow-up to her earlier work, aimed at solidifying her place within the music scene while navigating the complexities of her burgeoning career amid industry challenges.

Who is Chasing Time for?

Chasing Time works well if you're into fragmented pacing for playful exploration, danceable tracks for social settings and emotional highs and lows.

Chasing Time

Azealia Banks · 2014

13 tracks · hip-hop · jazz · dance-pop

A fusion of dance-pop and hip house, layered with jazzy undertones and Azealia's unique vocal flair.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

fragmented pacing for playful exploration
danceable tracks for social settings
emotional highs and lows
vibrant energy for celebration
earworm hooks for singing along

Maybe skip if you want

seeking cohesive long-form pieces
prefer steady, predictable rhythms

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Chasing Time' was released in January 2014, Azealia Banks had already established herself with her mixtape 'Fantasea' and the hit single '212'. This album served as a follow-up to her earlier work, aimed at solidifying her place within the music scene while navigating the complexities of her burgeoning career amid industry challenges.
Stylistic neighbors: M.I.A.· Charli XCX· Rico Nasty