Pimp Master
Soil & "Pimp" Sessions · 2005
63 min · 17 tracks · death jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and relentless energy, blending intricate rhythms with an avant-garde edge.
Top tracks — play these first
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No Taboo — This track exemplifies the band's energetic style with its fast-paced rhythms and dynamic brass arrangements that define their sound.
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Waltz for Goddess — The song features intricate melodic lines layered over complex time signatures, showcasing the band’s ability to blend traditional jazz with modern sensibilities.
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Mo Better Blues — This track stands out for its emotional depth and rich instrumentation, perfectly balancing intensity with moments of introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate compositions and energetic performances, though its cohesion suffers from an extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro that sets a frenetic pace, immediately followed by tracks that maintain high energy through complex rhythms and improvisation.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a contrasting exhale after the intense preceding material.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- chaotic improvisation for adventurous listeners
- quick bursts of frenetic energy
- engaging rhythms for active participation
- dynamic transitions that surprise constantly
Maybe skip if you
- prefer predictable, steady pacing
- seek soothing, laid-back sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Pimp Master' was released in 2005, Soil & 'Pimp' Sessions were solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the death jazz genre. This album followed their debut, 'A Story of the Last Chance,' and marked their growing recognition in Japan and internationally, showcasing their unique blend of jazz, punk, and electronic influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bad Plus· Nils Frahm· Hiatus Kaiyote
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Low Life
The bridge shifts from a reflective tone to a more aggressive stance, marking a stark contrast within the song's narrative arc.
This sudden tonal shift underscores the emotional complexity, capturing the struggle between vulnerability and defiance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pimp Master Intro 1:54
- 2 No Taboo 3:39
- 3 Filter Interlude 0:06
- 4 Suffocation 3:43
- 5 Stinger 4:26
- 6 Waltz for Goddess 4:27
- 7 Avalanche 5:41
- 8 A Wheel Within a Wheel 6:49
- 9 J.D.F 2:42
- 10 Low Life 3:50
- 11 No Matter 1:06
- 12 Mo Better Blues 5:34
- 13 Wasted Time 5:30
- 14 Master of Pimp 0:52
- 15 Hirameku Yaiba 1:12
- 16 Fuller Love 6:14
- 17 Wives & Lovers 5:45
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