Mata Hati Telinga
Maliq & D'Essentials · 2009
26 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A rich blend of jazz-inflected melodies and soulful grooves that reflect the vibrant heart of Indonesian music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Aura — The opening track sets a dreamy tone with its lush instrumentation and smooth vocals, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic.
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Kita Jatuh Cinta — This romantic ballad stands out due to its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, resonating widely with listeners and showcasing the band's lyrical strength.
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Mata Hati Telinga — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its intricate rhythms and thoughtful lyrics, making it a centerpiece of their artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong arrangements and musicianship, contributing to its appeal within the jazz genre.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate arrangements with layered instrumentation, including brass and strings, that create a lush soundscape.
- Each track maintains a steady groove, often incorporating syncopated rhythms that invite movement without losing melodic focus.
- 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
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
- smooth melodies for relaxed evenings
- heartfelt themes of love and
- front-loaded energy to engage early
- steady progression towards emotional closure
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
- seek immediate, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Mata Hati Telinga is Maliq & D'Essentials' third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore effort, Free Your Mind. By this point, the band had solidified their sound and gained significant recognition within Indonesia's contemporary music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiatus Kaiyote· Snarky Puppy· Robert Glasper
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Kita Jatuh Cinta
A pivotal moment occurs when the song shifts from a narrative about love to a direct call for mutual understanding between partners.
This transition emphasizes a deeper connection beyond mere romance, inviting listeners to reflect on relationships with empathy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Aura 5:07
- 2 Luluh 4:12
- 3 Kita Jatuh Cinta 5:08
- 4 Pilihanku 3:26
- 5 Coba Katakan 3:56
- 6 Mata Hati Telinga 4:28
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