What makes LateNightTales by Bonobo notable?

LateNightTales was well-received, debuting at number one on the UK Dance Albums Chart and further solidifying Bonobo's reputation for blending electronic music with organic sounds. The album is notable for featuring both classic tracks and new remixes, which contributed to defining the chillout and downtempo scenes in that era. By the time Bonobo released LateNightTales in November 2013, he had already established himself as a significant figure in electronic music following his acclaimed albums like Black Sands (2010). This project marked his contribution to the popular LateNightTales series, showcasing his curatorial skills and artistic vision while continuing to expand his audience.

Who is LateNightTales for?

LateNightTales works well if you're into wave-like pacing for reflection, late-night introspection and calm and dynamic journey with peaks.

How many songs are on LateNightTales?

LateNightTales has 21 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

LateNightTales

Bonobo · 2013

74 min · 21 tracks · electronic music

A seamless blend of downtempo grooves, lush instrumentation, and evocative samples creates a tranquil yet immersive listening experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Get Thy Bearings — This track exemplifies Bonobo’s ability to weave together diverse genres, incorporating elements of jazz and electronic music, creating a nostalgic yet refreshing sound.
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Baltimore — With its haunting melodies and atmospheric build-up, this track stands out as a centerpiece of emotional depth within the compilation.
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Wings (Floating Points remix) — This remix highlights Floating Points' unique sonic approach while maintaining Bonobo's signature style, making it a standout reinterpretation within the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album excels in seamless transitions and rich textures, making it a strong entry in Bonobo's discography.

What we noticed

The album features a continuous flow of tracks, with each piece transitioning smoothly into the next without noticeable breaks.
Many tracks utilize layered instrumentation, creating rich textures that evolve gradually over their duration.
Several pieces incorporate samples from various genres, blending them seamlessly into the downtempo grooves.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 9/10

Influence 4/10

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

wave-like pacing for reflection
late-night introspection and calm
dynamic journey with peaks
background warmth for relaxation
seamless flow for easy listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced music
seeking distinct standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time Bonobo released LateNightTales in November 2013, he had already established himself as a significant figure in electronic music following his acclaimed albums like Black Sands (2010). This project marked his contribution to the popular LateNightTales series, showcasing his curatorial skills and artistic vision while continuing to expand his audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Nicolas Jaar· Tycho· Odesza