Love and Light
Count Basic · 2007
49 min · 13 tracks · acid jazz
An eclectic fusion of acid jazz grooves and soulful melodies that invite both introspection and dance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Last Man on Earth — This track opens the album with a catchy horn riff and an upbeat tempo that sets the tone for the entire project, showcasing Count Basic's signature style.
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Love & Light — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of optimism and emotional depth, featuring smooth vocals intertwined with rich instrumental layers.
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Nobody Loves Me Better — This song stands out for its playful lyrics and infectious groove, demonstrating Count Basic's ability to blend humor with musical sophistication.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate grooves with soulful melodies, balancing upbeat and introspective moments effectively.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and layered instrumentation, creating a rich tapestry of sound throughout its duration.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental solos, allowing for improvisation that showcases the musicians' skills.
- The first half of the album maintains a lively tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more contemplative pieces, shifting the overall mood.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Last Man on Earth 3:15
- 2 Love & Light 3:51
- 3 No Visible Scars 3:24
- 4 Supa Dupa 3:44
- 5 Love Thang 3:12
- 6 I Wanna Get Off 4:55
- 7 Get By 3:23
- 8 Nobody Loves Me Better 3:09
- 9 Right All the Time 3:39
- 10 Sun Shines on You 2:58
- 11 Sir Karl 5:01
- 12 People These Days 3:11
- 13 Back to Nice 5:44
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