What makes Nabuma Rubberband by Little Dragon notable?

This album received widespread critical acclaim, debuting at number 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart and reaching top positions in various international charts. Its innovative sound has influenced a wave of artists in the synth-pop and electronic genres, making it a significant entry in contemporary music. Nabuma Rubberband is Little Dragon's fourth studio album, released after their critically acclaimed 2011 album Ritual Union. By this point in their career, they had solidified their unique sound while also exploring new electronic influences, showcasing growth and artistic maturity.

Who is Nabuma Rubberband for?

Nabuma Rubberband works well if you're into steady mid-tempo exploration, introspective moments of reflection and lush soundscapes for immersion.

How many songs are on Nabuma Rubberband?

Nabuma Rubberband has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Nabuma Rubberband

Little Dragon · 2014

42 min · 12 tracks · synth-pop

A mesmerizing blend of synth-pop and trip-hop, infused with soulful vocals and intricate electronic textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Klapp Klapp — The track features a driving beat and catchy hooks that encapsulate the album's danceable yet introspective nature, making it a standout single.
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Nabuma Rubberband — As the title track, it embodies the fusion of Little Dragon's eclectic style with lush instrumentation and compelling vocal delivery, serving as a thematic anchor for the album.
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Pretty Girls — With its infectious rhythm and playful lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to blend upbeat melodies with deeper emotional undertones.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album blends genres with intricate production and strong vocal performances, making it distinct yet cohesive.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with driving synths, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

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

steady mid-tempo exploration
introspective moments of reflection
lush soundscapes for immersion
soulful melodies with warmth

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer energetic dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Nabuma Rubberband is Little Dragon's fourth studio album, released after their critically acclaimed 2011 album Ritual Union. By this point in their career, they had solidified their unique sound while also exploring new electronic influences, showcasing growth and artistic maturity.
Stylistic neighbors: Nneka· Jungle· Thundercat