Released 20 years ago
Rise
Samantha James · 2006
39 min · 6 tracks · house music
Euphoric house rhythms intertwine with soulful vocals, creating an uplifting soundscape perfect for dance floors and introspective moments alike.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rise (Kenneth Thomas Mix) — This track serves as the album's lead offering, showcasing James's captivating vocals against a backdrop of vibrant beats that encapsulate the album's overall energy.
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Rise (Colossus Downtempo V.1 Mix) — The downtempo version offers a serene contrast to the upbeat mixes, allowing listeners to appreciate the emotional depth of James's voice and lyrical themes.
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Rise (Fiasco’s Chunkafunk Vocal Mix) — This remix stands out for its infectious groove and clever arrangement, highlighting how versatile James's music is while maintaining dance floor appeal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends house and pop with ethereal vocals, creating a polished sound that rewards multiple listens.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering lush synths and rhythmic grooves before reaching a peak with 'Breathe You In'.
- Several tracks incorporate ethereal vocal harmonies that float above the instrumental backdrop, creating a dreamlike quality.
- The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's journey.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rise (Kenneth Thomas Mix) 8:23
- 2 Rise (Colossus Downtempo V.1 Mix) 5:30
- 3 Rise (Troydon’s for the Byrds Mix) 6:01
- 4 Rise (King Kooba’s Nanu Nanu Mix) 5:52
- 5 Rise (King Kooba’s Unlimited Mix) 6:14
- 6 Rise (Fiasco’s Chunkafunk Vocal Mix) 7:44
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