Elektro Soukouss
Jessy Matador · 2010
52 min · 16 tracks · zouk
A vibrant fusion of Congolese rhythms and electronic beats, energizing the dance floor with infectious melodies and catchy hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Allez Ola Olé — This track showcases an irresistible chorus and rhythmic energy that propelled it to become the anthem of Euro 2010, enhancing Matador's international appeal.
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Bomba — With its catchy hook and danceable beat, this song exemplifies Matador's ability to merge traditional Congolese sounds with modern pop sensibilities, making it a crowd favorite.
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Sexy Lady — This track highlights the album's playful nature, combining flirtatious lyrics with infectious grooves that encapsulate the spirit of contemporary zouk music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively fuses electronic beats with Congolese rhythms, creating an engaging dance experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro before launching into the upbeat single 'Allez Ola Olé', which features a prominent electronic beat layered over traditional Congolese rhythms.
- Each track maintains a danceable tempo, with several songs incorporating call-and-response vocal patterns that engage listeners and encourage participation.
- Several tracks feature guest artists, adding variety to the vocal delivery and expanding the album's sonic palette.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro Money Jet 1:44
- 2 Allez Ola Olé 2:52
- 3 Bomba 2:55
- 4 On dit quoi (feat. Daïmonjo) 3:11
- 5 Elektro Soukouss 3:35
- 6 Ca c'est bon 3:20
- 7 Kariyimha 3:41
- 8 Bla Bla Bla 2:55
- 9 Dansez (feat. Daddy Killa) 3:38
- 10 Sexy Lady 3:16
- 11 V'la Les Fauves (feat. Ayaman) 3:58
- 12 Caméra Filmée 3:22
- 13 Sable Chaud 3:17
- 14 Et Alors 3:40
- 15 Encore Une Histoire (feat. Laetitia Melody) 3:09
- 16 Tout Ce Que Je Veux 3:29
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