Diary of a Mad Band
Jodeci · 1993
74 min · 14 tracks · East Coast hip-hop
An intoxicating blend of smooth R&B melodies and raw hip-hop influences, embodying the essence of 90s urban romance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cry for You — This track showcases the group's signature harmonies and emotional delivery, encapsulating the heartache theme prevalent throughout the album.
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Feenin' — With its catchy hook and infectious groove, 'Feenin'' exemplifies Jodeci's ability to blend sensuality with rhythmic intensity, making it a standout dance track.
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Lately — 'Lately' highlights the group's vocal prowess with its soulful balladry, serving as an emotional centerpiece that resonates deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends R&B and hip-hop effectively, showcasing strong vocal interplay and solid production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- The production incorporates both smooth R&B instrumentation and hip-hop beats, blending genres seamlessly throughout the record.
- 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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7/10
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
- smooth melodies for romantic evenings
- intimate vibes for late-night listening
- emotional highs and lows throughout
- patient unfolding of heartfelt stories
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Diary of a Mad Band is Jodeci's second studio album, following their successful debut, Forever My Lady, which established them as leading figures in R&B. Released in December 1993, this album solidified their place in the genre during a period marked by a growing popularity of new jack swing and hip-hop-infused R&B.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dru Hill· 112· Keith Sweat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Heart Belongs to U 5:03
- 2 Cry for You 5:01
- 3 Feenin' 5:10
- 4 What About Us 5:21
- 5 Ride & Slide 4:57
- 6 Alone 4:45
- 7 Lately 4:24
- 8 You Got It 5:56
- 9 Won't Waste You 4:55
- 10 In the Meanwhile 4:22
- 11 Gimme All You Got 3:42
- 12 Sweaty 5:55
- 13 Let's Go Through the Motions 4:19
- 14 Jodecidal Hotline / Success 10:53
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