Sexuality
Sébastien Tellier · 2008
50 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
A lush blend of dreamy synths and seductive grooves that explore themes of love and desire with playful exuberance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kilometer — This track showcases a catchy melody paired with layered synths, embodying the album's playful exploration of romantic longing while establishing a danceable rhythm.
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Divine — As one of the standout tracks, Divine combines euphoric vocals with a celestial arrangement that captures the essence of desire and beauty, making it instantly memorable.
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Sexual Sportswear — The title track serves as an audacious commentary on sexuality and fashion, blending humor with sleek production that reflects Tellier's witty lyrical style and sonic ambition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends lush synths and grooves effectively, showcasing Tellier's unique sound within electronic music.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually with layered synths, while the second half introduces more rhythmic elements and varied tempos.
- Several tracks utilize minimalistic arrangements, allowing space for the lush synths to breathe and create an immersive atmosphere.
- The track 'Divine' stands out with its distinct melodic hook, contrasting with the more ambient textures of surrounding songs.
- 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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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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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate late-night vibes
- sultry, immersive listening experience
- gradual builds and payoffs
- contemplative moments of reflection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2008, Sexuality is Sébastien Tellier's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed Politics. At this point in his career, Tellier was solidifying his unique sound within the French electronic scene, embracing a blend of pop sensibilities and avant-garde influences that would distinguish him from his contemporaries.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Roche 5:01
- 2 Kilometer 4:18
- 3 Look 4:34
- 4 Divine 3:08
- 5 Pomme 3:31
- 6 Une heure 3:51
- 7 Sexual Sportswear 7:17
- 8 Elle 4:37
- 9 Fingers of Steel 5:15
- 10 Manty 3:31
- 11 L’Amour et la violence 5:22
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