Hôtel Costes, Vol. 2: La suite
Stéphane Pompougnac · 1999
78 min · 15 tracks · lounge music
A seamless blend of electronic beats and jazzy melodies, creating an effortlessly chic atmosphere perfect for relaxation.
Top tracks — play these first
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To Ulrike M. (Zero 7 mix) — This track opens the album with a dreamy soundscape that sets the tone for the entire listening experience, showcasing Pompougnac’s skill in melding electronic elements with jazz influences.
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Get a Move On — Featuring a catchy hook and vibrant rhythms, this track exemplifies the playful side of lounge music while incorporating samples that bring a sense of nostalgia and freshness.
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Flyin Away — With its lush instrumentation and soothing vocals, this song encapsulates the relaxing essence of the album, making it an ideal representation of Pompougnac's unique style.
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Carnaval de São Vicente (Jazzy Carnaval mix) — This track fuses Brazilian rhythms with jazzy elements, reflecting Pompougnac’s ability to incorporate global influences into his work, creating a rich auditory tapestry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends electronic and jazz elements, creating a cohesive lounge atmosphere.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining a laid-back groove that encourages relaxation.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples and live instrumentation, blending electronic elements with jazz influences.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate evening ambiance
- dynamic journey with peaks
- chill background for relaxation
- wave-like pacing and flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Hôtel Costes, Vol. 2: La suite marked Stéphane Pompougnac's continued exploration of the lounge music genre after his successful debut in the previous year. By this time, Pompougnac was solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the French chill-out scene, curating tracks that defined the ambiance of the Hôtel Costes brand.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thievery Corporation· Air· Zero 7
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Ulrike M. (Zero 7 mix) 5:49
- 2 Jazz Music 3:32
- 3 Sympathique 2:34
- 4 Flyin Away 3:54
- 5 Lizzie’s Balloon 3:43
- 6 Palais Mascotte 5:46
- 7 Adore 5:20
- 8 Carnaval de São Vicente (Jazzy Carnaval mix) 6:25
- 9 You Are Love (Jay’s Afrotronic vocal) 6:39
- 10 Salvation Live 5:21
- 11 Get a Move On 5:32
- 12 Night Over Manaus 4:52
- 13 The Assassin, Act I 4:37
- 14 Sorry Sorry (Old School Afro dub) 7:24
- 15 Guess I Was a Fool (MJ Cole mix) 6:50
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