Crooks & Lovers
Mount Kimbie · 2010
35 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
Experimental electronic textures mingle with subtle melodies, creating an immersive soundscape that feels both organic and abstract.
Top tracks — play these first
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Before I Move Off — This track combines skittering beats with haunting vocal snippets, encapsulating the album's blend of rhythm and atmosphere while showcasing the duo's unique sound.
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Would Know — The song features a delicate balance of textured layers and melodic elements that highlight the emotional resonance present throughout the album.
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Ruby — With its driving bassline and ethereal vocals, this track exemplifies Mount Kimbie's ability to create immersive sonic landscapes that enthrall listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's intricate production and experimental textures create a unique listening experience within the post-dubstep genre.
What we noticed
- The first track introduces a layered soundscape with ambient textures that gradually build, setting a contemplative mood.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions, such as 'Before I Move Off' which shifts from rhythmic elements to more abstract sounds.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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
- immersive soundscapes for introspection
- brief moments of sonic exploration
- organic textures with subtle melodies
- transitory moods for thoughtful pauses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- want high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2010, Crooks & Lovers was Mount Kimbie's debut album, marking their emergence in the post-dubstep scene. At this point, they were gaining recognition after a series of well-received EPs, solidifying their innovative approach to electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Blake· Bonobo· Four Tet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tunnelvision 1:50
- 2 Would Know 3:17
- 3 Before I Move Off 4:12
- 4 Blind Night Errand 3:23
- 5 Adriatic 1:28
- 6 Carbonated 4:20
- 7 Ruby 4:05
- 8 Ode to Bear 4:02
- 9 Field 3:05
- 10 Mayor 4:02
- 11 Between Time 1:54
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