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Multiply

Jamie Lidell · 2005

39 min · 10 tracks · soul

Funky grooves intertwine with soulful vocals and electronic textures, creating an eclectic and vibrant sonic landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Multiply — The title track encapsulates the album's energetic vibe, showcasing Lidell's masterful blend of electronic beats and soulful melodies that define his sound.
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    When I Come Back Around — This track highlights Lidell's emotional depth, combining introspective lyrics with a catchy hook that reflects the album's thematic exploration of love and longing.
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    Music Will Not Last — With its reflective lyrics and haunting melody, this song stands out for its poignant commentary on the fleeting nature of art and creativity, resonating deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends soulful vocals with electronic elements, creating a vibrant yet uneven listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
  • Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'What's the Use?' which transitions from a laid-back feel to an upbeat rhythm.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Got Me Up 1:48
  • 2 Multiply 4:26
  • 3 When I Come Back Around 5:27
  • 4 A Little Bit More 3:06
  • 5 What’s the Use? 4:29
  • 6 Music Will Not Last 3:29
  • 7 Newme 4:07
  • 8 The City 5:07
  • 9 What Is It This Time? 3:05
  • 10 Game for Fools 4:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata