Early Cats and Tracks Volume 2 cover

Early Cats and Tracks Volume 2

Psapp · 2009

30 min · 8 tracks · electronica

A whimsical blend of playful electronics and off-kilter melodies that invite listeners into a surreal sonic landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Feel the Fur — The opening track sets the tone with its catchy hooks and playful vibe, encapsulating the album's spirit of curiosity and whimsy.
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    Scissory — This track stands out for its intricate layering of sounds and rhythmic playfulness, showcasing Psapp's signature creativity in sound design.
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    How Things Turn Up — The closing track brings a reflective quality to the album, merging lush melodies with introspective lyrics that leave a lasting impression.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases inventive compositions and engaging production, solidifying Psapp's unique sound in electronica.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent use of playful, glitchy beats layered with unconventional samples, creating a whimsical atmosphere.
  • Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes and unexpected sonic textures, keeping the listener engaged throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • short bursts of playful energy
  • quirky melodies that spark imagination
  • lighthearted tunes for casual listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer serious, intense themes
  • want lengthy, immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, Early Cats and Tracks Volume 2 is a follow-up to Psapp's earlier work, showcasing their continued evolution in the electronica genre. At this stage, the duo had already gained recognition for their unique sound, having released their debut album, Tiger, My Friend, in 2004 and its follow-up, The Only Thing I Ever Wanted, in 2006.
Stylistic neighbors
The Books· Múm· Lali Puna

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Feel the Fur 3:58
  • 2 Dad's Breakdown 3:04
  • 3 Scissory 4:10
  • 4 Northdown C 4:39
  • 5 Happy Lamb 3:53
  • 6 Whores 2:25
  • 7 How Things Turn Up 4:58
  • 8 Who Knows My Ohs 3:48

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