Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite cover

Released 30 years ago

Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite

Maxwell · 1996

64 min · 11 tracks · soul

Smooth, sultry grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation that define the neo-soul movement.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • smooth, sultry evening vibes
  • introspective late-night reflections
  • dynamic emotional exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite was Maxwell's debut album, released in 1996 when he was just establishing his presence in the music scene. This album marked a pivotal moment for neo-soul, blending traditional soul influences with contemporary R&B sounds, setting the stage for his subsequent career.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Anthony Hamilton· John Legend

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Urban Theme 2:41
  • 2 Welcome 5:17
  • 3 Sumthin’ Sumthin’ 4:17
  • 4 Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder) 5:46
  • 5 Dancewitme 6:15
  • 6 ...Til the Cops Come Knockin’ 6:56
  • 7 Whenever Wherever Whatever 3:45
  • 8 Lonely’s the Only Company (I & II) 6:21
  • 9 Reunion 4:53
  • 10 Suitelady (The Proposal Jam) 4:48
  • 11 The Suite Theme 13:47

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