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Stadtaffe

Peter Fox · 2008

51 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of hip-hop and reggae infused with catchy melodies and reflective lyrics about urban life.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Alles neu — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and themes of transformation, encapsulating Fox's artistic reinvention.
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    Haus am See — A laid-back anthem that reflects on nostalgia and longing for simplicity amidst urban chaos, showcasing Fox's lyrical depth and melodic sensibility.
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    Schwarz zu Blau — This track explores the stark contrast between day and night in Berlin, employing vivid imagery to depict life in the city while blending catchy hooks with serious undertones.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a unique blend of hip-hop and reggae with reflective lyrics, establishing Peter Fox's distinct sound.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more introspective tone with slower pacing.
  • Several tracks incorporate reggae rhythms alongside hip-hop beats, creating a distinct blend that characterizes the album's sound.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy melodies for urban vibes
  • reflective moments in city life
  • short bursts of lively energy
  • danceable rhythms for celebration

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, contemplative music
  • want lengthy, immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Stadtaffe is Peter Fox's debut solo album, released in 2008 after his success with the band Seeed. This project marked a significant step in his career, showcasing his versatility beyond the collective sound of the group while tapping into personal and societal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Seeed· Gentleman· Sido

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Alles neu 4:18
  • 2 Schwarz zu Blau 3:35
  • 3 Haus am See 3:36
  • 4 Kopf verloren 3:21
  • 5 Das zweite Gesicht 3:53
  • 6 Der letzte Tag 3:42
  • 7 Ich Steine, du Steine 3:16
  • 8 Lok auf 2 Beinen 3:44
  • 9 Stadtaffe 3:39
  • 10 Fieber 4:14
  • 11 Schüttel deinen Speck 2:50
  • 12 Zucker 3:17
  • 13 Shostakovitchovitch (instrumental) 4:13
  • 14 Saint Tropez (instrumental) 3:35

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