Top tracks — play these first
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ジャングルベッド I — Opening with a blend of catchy melodies and rhythmic complexity, this track sets the tone for the album's avant-garde exploration.
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ブループリント — This track exemplifies the band's knack for intricate compositions, combining synthetic sounds with engaging hooks that highlight their innovative style.
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potpourri（ポプリ） — The title track encapsulates the album's eclectic nature, weaving together various musical influences into a cohesive sonic experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of playful energy
- kaleidoscopic sound explorations
- melodic hooks with rhythmic intricacy
- quirky tracks for spontaneous moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, cohesive albums
- want straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1981, 'Potpourri' was P-Model's third album, following their breakthrough efforts that established them as pioneers in Japan's new wave scene. At this point in their career, the band was refining their unique sound, incorporating more electronic elements and sophisticated arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yellow Magic Orchestra· Kraftwerk· Devo
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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フィルム
The imagery shifts from vibrant scenes to stark contrasts, creating a cinematic quality within the lyrics.
This structural choice not only enhances the song's narrative depth but also reflects the band's experimental ethos by playing with visual and auditory elements.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 ジャングルベッド I 2:01
- 2 青十字 2:36
- 3 ジャングルベッド II 3:49
- 4 ブループリント 2:19
- 5 aqualife 2:51
- 6 different≠another 2:23
- 7 anothersmell 1:49
- 8 フィルム 2:54
- 9 モノクローム・スクリーン 2:54
- 10 marvel 2:57
- 11 ナチュラル 2:56
- 12 いまわし電話 3:15
- 13 potpourri（ポプリ） 3:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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