What makes Spacecake by PlatEAU notable?

Spacecake received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to electronic music, contributing to the growing popularity of intelligent dance music in the late '90s. The album's tracks garnered significant airplay on underground radio stations, influencing upcoming artists in the genre and solidifying PlatEAU's reputation as pioneers in the Canadian electronic scene. Released in 1999, Spacecake was PlatEAU's second album and followed their debut, which had established them within the intelligent dance music scene. At this point, the band was gaining recognition for their unique blend of electronic sounds, marking a transition towards more intricate production techniques and thematic explorations.

How many songs are on Spacecake?

Spacecake has 16 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Spacecake

PlatEAU · 1999

69 min · 16 tracks · intelligent dance music

A vibrant tapestry of downtempo beats and ethereal melodies, conjuring a surreal journey through the cosmos.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Jack Herrer — This opening track sets a hypnotic tone with its intricate layering of beats and synths, encapsulating the album's exploratory spirit.
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Super Silver Haze — With its rich textures and immersive soundscape, this track exemplifies PlatEAU's ability to blend ambient elements with groovy rhythms.
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Creature — This track features an experimental structure that shifts dynamics throughout, showcasing the band's innovative approach to composition and sound design.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong composition and craft, with cohesive soundscapes that reward repeat listens.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of downtempo beats layered with ambient synths, creating a cohesive sound throughout its tracks.
The sequencing maintains a steady flow, with transitions between tracks that often blend seamlessly into one another.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Jack Herrer 4:37
2 Nam 5:12
3 Blueberry 3:35
4 Nocruisin 3:46
5 Super Silver Haze 5:54
6 The Search 2:12
7 K2 2:40
8 De Fog 6:48
9 Phuket 4:31
10 Creature 5:56
11 Spacecake 3:31
12 Bon Bon Bient 2:43
13 Creeper 3:25
14 30 Daze 6:56
15 Satchel 3:39
16 On the Plat 3:38

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