Noon
Drax Project · 2018
14 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant mix of hip-hop beats and catchy pop melodies, infused with jazz elements and R&B grooves.
Top tracks — play these first
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Woke Up Late — As the breakout single, it captures the band’s signature sound with its infectious chorus and relatable lyrics about carefree living.
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Prefer — This track showcases the group's ability to blend pop hooks with hip-hop rhythms, making it a standout example of their musical versatility.
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Only Us — With its smooth production and intimate lyrics, this song highlights the band's talent for creating emotionally resonant music within a pop framework.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases a blend of genres with strong production but lacks deep lyrical complexity.
What we noticed
- The first track, 'Woke Up Late', features a prominent brass section that sets a lively tone for the EP.
- Each song incorporates layered vocal harmonies, with the lead vocals often accompanied by call-and-response backing vocals.
- The tempo varies across tracks, with 'Prefer' and 'Only Us' maintaining a steady groove while 'Toto' introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- celebratory vibes for gatherings
- short bursts of energetic fun
- easy listening for sunny days
- playful tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective albums
- seek deep emotional narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 8, 2018, Noon marked Drax Project's first major EP after gaining attention for their single Woke Up Late in 2017. The band was transitioning from local New Zealand success to international recognition, showcasing their genre-blending sound that combines elements of hip-hop and pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Misch· Anderson .Paak· Lauv
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Woke Up Late 3:02
- 2 Prefer 2:52
- 3 Only Us 2:37
- 4 Toto 3:08
- 5 Sidebit 2:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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