Hôtel Costes, Vol. 2: La suite
Stéphane Pompougnac · 1999
78 min · 15 tracks · lounge music
A seamless blend of chillout and downtempo grooves that evoke intimate Parisian nightlife.
Why this album works
This album played a significant role in popularizing the lounge music genre during the late 1990s, contributing to the global rise of chillout culture. It featured tracks that frequently appeared in clubs and lounges worldwide, influencing subsequent compilations and artists within the downtempo genre.
- Best for
- intimate evening ambiance dynamic journey with peaks chill background for relaxation
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Hôtel Costes, Vol. 2: La suite' followed Stéphane Pompougnac's successful debut compilation, establishing him as a leading figure in the lounge music scene. This album solidified his reputation for crafting atmospheric soundscapes that became synonymous with the luxurious Hôtel Costes in Paris.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hooverphonic· Thievery Corporation· Capsule
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Ulrike M. (Zero 7 mix) Standout 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) Standout 6:25
- 9 You Are Love (Jay’s Afrotronic vocal) 6:39
- 10 Salvation Live 5:21
- 11 Get a Move On Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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