What makes Holidays in the Sun EP by Cornelius notable?

'Holidays in the Sun EP' is significant for its role in popularizing the Shibuya-kei genre outside Japan, contributing to the global recognition of this stylistic movement. The EP received positive critical reception and helped Cornelius gain a foothold in international alternative music circles. Released in 1993, 'Holidays in the Sun EP' came shortly after Cornelius's debut album, 'Fantasma,' which had established him as a key figure in the Shibuya-kei movement. This EP further solidified his experimental approach and eclectic sound, showcasing his ability to fuse various musical styles.

Who is Holidays in the Sun EP for?

Holidays in the Sun EP works well if you're into kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration, whimsical melodies for joyful moments and gradual build to uplifting resolution.

How many songs are on Holidays in the Sun EP?

Holidays in the Sun EP has 5 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Holidays in the Sun EP

Cornelius · 1993

27 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · Shibuya-kei · indietronica

A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures, jazzy rhythms, and whimsical pop melodies that define Shibuya-kei.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

kaleidoscopic soundscapes for exploration
whimsical melodies for joyful moments
gradual build to uplifting resolution
short bursts of vibrant energy

Maybe skip if you want

seeking straightforward, linear narratives
prefer long, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1993, 'Holidays in the Sun EP' came shortly after Cornelius's debut album, 'Fantasma,' which had established him as a key figure in the Shibuya-kei movement. This EP further solidified his experimental approach and eclectic sound, showcasing his ability to fuse various musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors: Shugo Tokumaru· Nujabes· Towa Tei

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Tracklist

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

1 Raise Your Hand Together (Cornelius mix) 5:50
2 Raise Your Hand Together (320 Light Years mix) 6:46
3 Diamond Bossa 3:20
4 太陽は僕の敵 (long edit) 5:49
5 太陽は僕の敵 (Sunset Boo-goo-loo mix) 5:30

What to play next

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RAISE YOUR HANDS TOGETHER

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