What makes Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc. by Late Night Alumni notable?

The album received positive critical reception, with several tracks gaining popularity in the chillout and downtempo scenes. It helped further establish Late Night Alumni as a key player in electronic music, leading to features on various playlists and placements in TV shows and films. Released in 2009, Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc. was Late Night Alumni's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed album, Empty Streets. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound within the downtempo genre, gaining a dedicated fan base while continuing to explore intricate electronic arrangements.

How many songs are on Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc.?

Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc. has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc.

Late Night Alumni · 2009

51 min · 13 tracks

A blend of soothing electronic melodies and soft vocals, creating an atmospheric soundscape that invites introspection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Finally Found — This track encapsulates the album's essence with its dreamy synths and heartfelt lyrics about unexpected love, showcasing the band's signature melodic style.
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What’s in a Name — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its ethereal vocals and reflective themes, illustrating Late Night Alumni's ability to weave emotion into electronic music.
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Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc. — As the title track, it combines lush instrumentation with poetic lyrics that reflect on nature and growth, making it a standout piece that reinforces the album's thematic depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines soothing melodies and soft vocals, creating an immersive listening experience.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Vocals are layered with soft harmonies, often blending seamlessly into the electronic instrumentation rather than standing out as separate elements.
Several tracks utilize ambient soundscapes and minimalistic arrangements, creating a tranquil atmosphere that encourages introspection.

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

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 What’s in a Name 3:41
2 Finally Found 3:45
3 You Can Be the One 3:13
4 Light Reading 3:32
5 Golden 3:40
6 Uncharted 3:46
7 Small Things 3:59
8 Run a Mile 4:57
9 Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, Etc. 4:14
10 It’s All the Same to Me 3:27
11 Potions 3:51
12 What If I Say Please 3:03
13 Minutes 6:02

What to play next

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Empty Streets

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