Return to Zooathalon
Sananda Maitreya · 2013
75 min · 22 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of funk, soul, and contemporary R&B that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly original.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dancing With Mr. Nostalgia — This track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of memory and longing, delivered through a catchy melody that juxtaposes upbeat rhythms with reflective lyrics.
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Ornella or Nothing — With its intricate arrangement and emotional depth, this song highlights Maitreya's ability to weave personal storytelling into rich musical landscapes.
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Tequila Mockingbird — This track stands out for its clever wordplay and vivid imagery, offering a playful yet poignant look at love and loss.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- introspective melodies for reflection
- nostalgic themes with warmth
- headphone detail hunting experience
- late-night solitude with depth
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 2013, Sananda Maitreya had already transitioned from his early success as Terence Trent D'Arby. 'Return to Zooathalon' marked his return to the music scene after a decade-long hiatus, showcasing his artistic evolution and independence as he embraced a new sonic direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Maxwell· Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dancing With Mr. Nostalgia
The bridge shifts from reminiscing about past relationships to a celebration of life’s fleeting moments.
This shift in perspective adds complexity by moving from wistfulness to an embrace of the present, reflecting the album's dual themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Brimstone Follies 1:01
- 2 DFM (Don’t Follow Me) 3:21
- 3 Save Me 3:23
- 4 Dancing With Mr. Nostalgia 3:19
- 5 Stagger Lee / Part 1 1:44
- 6 Stagger Lee / Part 2 2:32
- 7 Ornella or Nothing 3:38
- 8 Where Do Teardrops Fall? 4:29
- 9 Albuquerque 3:21
- 10 Camel 3:14
- 11 Mr. Grüberschnickel 3:37
- 12 Just Go Easy 4:23
- 13 Tequila Mockingbird 3:25
- 14 She’s Not Right 2:44
- 15 Return to Zooathalon 4:08
- 16 Walkaway (Ghost Song) 3:02
- 17 Hurricane Me & You 4:58
- 18 If I Go Away 3:49
- 19 Free to Be 4:44
- 20 Kangaroo 3:55
- 21 D.H.S. 0:41
- 22 The Last Train to Houston 5:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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