Fabric 46
Claude VonStroke · 2009
68 min · 22 tracks · house music
A vibrant mix of tech-funk and house beats intertwine with playful samples, creating an infectious dancefloor energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cry Baby / The Healer — Opening with a playful vocal sample, this track sets the tone for the album's energetic vibe while seamlessly blending different rhythms.
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The Greasy Beat (Tech-Funk mix) — This track exemplifies VonStroke's tech-funk style, featuring groovy basslines and intricate percussion that drive the dancefloor momentum.
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Just a Spoonful — With its catchy hooks and infectious beat, this track highlights VonStroke's ability to create memorable moments that keep listeners engaged.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong production and engaging rhythms but lacks some cohesion due to its length.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered samples and rhythmic grooves, creating a dense texture throughout its tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt transitions between sections, maintaining a dynamic energy that encourages movement on the dancefloor.
- The majority of the tracks are built around repetitive motifs, allowing for extended play and gradual evolution of sound over time.
- 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
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
- pulsating grooves for dancing
- playful samples spark joy
- short tracks for quick energy
- late-night party atmosphere
- eclectic rhythms keep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive pieces
- seek lyrical content focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Fabric 46 was released in May 2009, Claude VonStroke was experiencing significant recognition as a leading figure in the house music scene. This album followed his successful debut, Beware of the Bird, and solidified his reputation as a prominent DJ and producer, showcasing his unique sound that blends elements of funk and minimalism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Velvet· Justin Martin· Hot Since 82
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just a Spoonful
The chorus introduces a whimsical repetition of sounds that playfully interacts with the rhythm, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
The use of repetitive, non-verbal sounds enhances the track's playful nature while inviting listeners to lose themselves in the groove.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cry Baby / The Healer 3:20
- 2 The Greasy Beat (Tech-Funk mix) 3:50
- 3 Trampen 2:34
- 4 Mes Yeux 4:37
- 5 Big Onion (Joakim Slap on It remix) / Galaxius 2:52
- 6 Shake It / Downtime in the Hangar 2:04
- 7 After Eight 2:24
- 8 Free Entry for Girls (Robag Wrhume’s Drikki Bass Rixmi Im Partyhuhn rework) 2:04
- 9 Just a Spoonful 4:18
- 10 Bla Bla Bla 2:27
- 11 Inside Ways (Boris Werner’s Straight Out of Bed Look remix) 3:21
- 12 Immortal (instrumental) 2:11
- 13 Pilsnerd / Dirty Dirty 3:23
- 14 Maceo / Silently 4:03
- 15 Symphonia (original version) 2:04
- 16 One Tooth Missing 1:54
- 17 Guppipeitsche 3:32
- 18 Espagnol 2:09
- 19 Running / SF 2:39
- 20 Kraft 2:38
- 21 One Weekend 2:32
- 22 Aundy 8:02
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