Released 10 years ago
Cold Summer
Mustard · 2016
46 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and West Coast hip-hop, drenched in catchy hooks and pulsating beats.
Top tracks — play these first
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Been a Long Time — This opening track establishes the album's laid-back vibe while showcasing Mustard's signature production style with smooth melodies and rhythmic hooks.
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Dope Boy — With its infectious beat and confident lyrics, this track exemplifies Mustard's ability to craft club-ready anthems that resonate with listeners.
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Shake That Ass — This song embodies the playful energy typical of Mustard's production, making it a standout party track that captures the essence of summer vibes.
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10,000 Hours — Featuring introspective lyrics and a memorable hook, this track showcases Mustard's versatility as both a producer and performer, adding depth to the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Mustard's production style but relies heavily on familiar tropes of the genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated beats and bass-heavy production, typical of West Coast hip-hop.
- Collaborations with various artists are prevalent, with multiple tracks featuring guest verses that shift the focus between different vocal styles.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Been a Long Time 2:24
- 2 Ridin' Around 3:21
- 3 Want Her 4:36
- 4 Dope Boy 2:17
- 5 Know My Name 3:34
- 6 Lil Baby 4:19
- 7 Shake That Ass 2:51
- 8 Don't Hurt Me 3:27
- 9 Party 3:05
- 10 Main Bitch 3:24
- 11 What These Bitches Want 3:09
- 12 10,000 Hours 3:09
- 13 Another Summer 6:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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