Released 25 years ago this November
Hôtel Costes, Vol. 4: Quatre
Stéphane Pompougnac · 2001
73 min · 14 tracks · lounge music
A sophisticated blend of downtempo grooves and eclectic samples creates an inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Café de Flore (Charles Webster’s Latin Lovers mix) — This track encapsulates the essence of the album with its smooth jazz influences and rich ambient textures, providing a quintessential lounge experience.
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London in the Rain — The atmospheric quality of this track perfectly sets the mood for relaxation, showcasing Pompougnac's knack for creating evocative soundscapes.
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Solar — With its uplifting melody and rhythmic pulse, this track stands out as a vibrant highlight that energizes the otherwise laid-back collection.
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Tango Forte — This piece introduces a playful fusion of tango rhythms with contemporary beats, illustrating Pompougnac's ability to blend genres creatively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's smooth flow and eclectic sampling create an inviting lounge atmosphere, though it doesn't stand out significantly in the genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent downtempo groove across its tracks, with each piece blending seamlessly into the next.
- Several tracks incorporate eclectic samples from various genres, creating a layered and textured soundscape.
- The sequencing includes interludes that maintain a relaxed atmosphere, allowing for smooth transitions between more upbeat and mellow pieces.
- 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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5/10
- 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- wave-like pacing
- elegant evening ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Stéphane Pompougnac released Hôtel Costes, Vol. 4 in 2001, he was solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the lounge music scene following the success of previous volumes. This album followed Hôtel Costes, Vol. 3, which had further established the series as a staple in upscale venues and cafés worldwide.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thievery Corporation· Air· Zero 7
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 London in the Rain 3:34
- 2 I’ve Got a Cat 3:15
- 3 Solar 4:24
- 4 Tango Forte 4:52
- 5 Organ Nights, Part 2 5:50
- 6 Granada 5:55
- 7 Closer to Julie 7:32
- 8 It’s Yours (Jon’s B-Side Breakdown mix) 4:24
- 9 Playground do Brazil 6:01
- 10 Sous le soleil (Cuba acoustic mix) 7:02
- 11 Café de Flore (Charles Webster’s Latin Lovers mix) 5:35
- 12 Época 4:23
- 13 Whatever 4:38
- 14 Boarding (Doubleseat mix) 5:57
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