What makes Days to Come by Bonobo notable?

'Days to Come' received widespread critical acclaim, solidifying Bonobo's place in the electronic music genre. It was particularly noted for its innovative blend of acoustic and electronic elements, influencing future artists within the downtempo and trip hop scenes. The album also achieved commercial success, reaching notable positions on various charts. Released on October 2, 2006, 'Days to Come' is Bonobo's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Dial M for Monkey'. This album marks a significant point in his career as it further established his reputation in the downtempo and electronic music scenes, showcasing his evolving production techniques and musical depth.

Who is Days to Come for?

Days to Come works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on Days to Come?

Days to Come has 18 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Released 20 years ago this October

Days to Come

Bonobo · 2006

77 min · 18 tracks · electronic music

A lush tapestry of downtempo beats intertwines with organic instrumentation, evoking a serene yet vibrant sonic landscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Days to Come — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its haunting melodies and intricate arrangements, serving as a perfect introduction to Bonobo's sound.
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Ketto — This track features a captivating fusion of traditional world music influences with modern electronic production, highlighting Bonobo's eclectic style.
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Nightlite — 'Nightlite' stands out for its lush instrumentation and smooth vocals, creating an emotional depth that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album blends organic and electronic sounds effectively, though its cohesion is slightly affected by bonus tracks.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent downtempo rhythm, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and textures.
Tracks often blend organic instrumentation with electronic elements, creating a layered soundscape that evolves throughout.
Several tracks incorporate vocal samples, but they are used sparingly and serve more as texture than as lead elements.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
atmospheric background focus
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on October 2, 2006, 'Days to Come' is Bonobo's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Dial M for Monkey'. This album marks a significant point in his career as it further established his reputation in the downtempo and electronic music scenes, showcasing his evolving production techniques and musical depth.
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