Moodymann
Moodymann · 2014
75 min · 27 tracks · house music
A vibrant tapestry of house rhythms laced with soulful samples and introspective musings on love and identity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Desire — This track encapsulates the album's thematic core by exploring yearning through its rich layered sounds and hypnotic grooves, making it a standout example of Moodymann's artistry.
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I Got Werk — With its infectious beat and playful lyrics, this track embodies the album's celebration of life and work while highlighting Moodymann’s signature style of blending humor with deep grooves.
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Come 2 Me — This song showcases Moodymann's mastery of merging soulful melodies with compelling beats, creating a sound that's both inviting and reflective, representing the essence of the album well.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends soulful samples with deep house rhythms, showcasing Moodymann's unique style and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of sampled vocal snippets layered over deep house grooves, creating a textured soundscape.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for gradual build-ups and shifts in 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- kaleidoscopic rhythms for dancing
- soulful moments of introspection
- short tracks for quick bursts
- long explorations for deep listening
- playful energy with unexpected twists
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Moodymann's self-titled album, released in 2014, marked his return after a four-year hiatus since 'Black Mahogani'. At this point in his career, he had established himself as a key figure in the Detroit house scene, blending genres and personal narratives into his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Theo Parrish· Kerri Chandler· Larry Heard
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Desire
The narrative shifts from longing to an affirmation of self-worth is pivotal in this track.
This structural change emphasizes empowerment amidst vulnerability, transforming the song from mere expression of desire into a declaration of resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jimmy D… Nickle 1:03
- 2 Hold It Down 2:54
- 3 Never Quite the Same 0:24
- 4 Desire 4:23
- 5 You’re 2 Moody 0:24
- 6 Lyk U Use 2 5:43
- 7 No 4:15
- 8 I Got Werk 3:28
- 9 Max Julien Jacket 0:16
- 10 Iguessuneverbeenlonely 2:42
- 11 U Don’t Even Lyk This Song 0:32
- 12 Come 2 Me 3:18
- 13 Ulooklykicecreaminthesummertyme 6:20
- 14 How Do U Get 2 Detroit 0:41
- 15 Radio 3:30
- 16 Yet Unknown 0:09
- 17 Born 2 Die 3:10
- 18 The Most Fearful 0:26
- 19 I Still Don’t Know Yo Name 0:27
- 20 Watchin U 2:48
- 21 Ponydowncrew 0:31
- 22 Got Dem Freaks Wit Me 2:44
- 23 Freeki Muthafucka 3:54
- 24 Sunday Hotel 4:11
- 25 Girl 1:50
- 26 Sloppy Cosmic 11:48
- 27 Heaven 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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