Ritual Union
Little Dragon · 2011
50 min · 13 tracks · synth-pop · trip hop · nu jazz
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and nu jazz, pulsating with eclectic grooves and soulful vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing shifts vibrant, eclectic soundscapes
- Context
- Ritual Union was Little Dragon's third studio album, following their acclaimed 2009 release, Machine Dreams. At this point in their career, the band had established a unique sound that fused electronic music with jazz elements, gaining recognition in both indie and mainstream spheres. The album marked a period of growth as they explored more polished production techniques while retaining their distinctive style.
- If you like
- synth-pop, trip hop, nu jazz
Ritual Union is an album by Little Dragon, released in 2011. A vibrant blend of synth-pop and nu jazz, pulsating with eclectic grooves and soulful vocals. This album solidified Little Dragon's status within the music industry, debuting at number 5 on the Swedish Albums Chart and receiving critical acclaim from publications like Pitchfork. Its infectious lead single, 'Ritual Union,' helped the band gain significant traction in the dance and electronic music scenes, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ritual Union sound like?
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and nu jazz, pulsating with eclectic grooves and soulful vocals. Rooted in synth-pop and trip hop.
What makes Ritual Union by Little Dragon notable?
This album solidified Little Dragon's status within the music industry, debuting at number 5 on the Swedish Albums Chart and receiving critical acclaim from publications like Pitchfork. Its infectious lead single, 'Ritual Union,' helped the band gain significant traction in the dance and electronic music scenes, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar genres. Ritual Union was Little Dragon's third studio album, following their acclaimed 2009 release, Machine Dreams. At this point in their career, the band had established a unique sound that fused electronic music with jazz elements, gaining recognition in both indie and mainstream spheres. The album marked a period of growth as they explored more polished production techniques while retaining their distinctive style.
Who is Ritual Union for?
Ritual Union works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, wave-like pacing shifts and vibrant, eclectic soundscapes.
How many songs are on Ritual Union?
Ritual Union has 13 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Ritual Union Standout 3:31
- 2 Little Man Standout 2:42
- 3 Brush the Heat 4:10
- 4 Shuffle a Dream 2:58
- 5 Please Turn 3:33
- 6 Crystalfilm Standout 4:49
- 7 Precious 3:51
- 8 Nightlight 3:25
- 9 Summertearz 3:54
- 10 When I Go Out 6:02
- 11 Seconds 4:30
- 12 Ritual Union (Tensnake remix) 3:03
- 13 Ritual Union (Maya Jane Coles remix) 4:08
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