What makes Stereo * Type A by Cibo Matto notable?

Stereo * Type A received positive critical acclaim, solidifying Cibo Matto's reputation for innovative sound and lyrical quirkiness. The album's single, Spoon, became a notable track on college radio and helped boost the band's visibility during the late '90s indie boom. Released in January 1999, Stereo * Type A was Cibo Matto's second album, following their acclaimed debut, Viva! La Woman. At this point in their career, the band had begun to carve out a unique niche within the Shibuya-kei movement, combining various genres and influences into a distinct sound that was gaining traction in both the indie and mainstream music scenes.

How many songs are on Stereo * Type A?

Stereo * Type A has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Stereo * Type A

Cibo Matto · 1999

57 min · 14 tracks · electronic music

A playful blend of eclectic sounds intertwining indie pop, electronic textures, and jazzy rhythms with whimsical lyrics.

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Spoon — This track features a catchy melody paired with clever lyrics that playfully reference food while exploring deeper themes of desire and connection.
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Flowers — With its lush instrumentation and dreamy vocals, Flowers captures the essence of Cibo Matto's ability to blend whimsy with emotional depth.
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Moonchild — Moonchild stands out with its ethereal soundscape and haunting vocals, showcasing the band's experimental approach to songwriting.
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Sci-Fi Wasabi — This track exemplifies the album's eclectic style, combining upbeat rhythms with quirky lyrics that reflect the band's playful sensibility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases eclectic sounds and playful structures but lacks strong cohesion in its sequencing.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and layered vocal harmonies that create a playful atmosphere.
The first half of the album maintains a more upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces that contrast with earlier energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

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 Working for Vacation 3:15
2 Spoon 4:06
3 Flowers 2:59
4 Lint of Love 6:10
5 Moonchild 5:13
6 Sci-Fi Wasabi 3:43
7 Clouds 3:27
8 Speechless 4:32
9 King of Silence 4:55
10 Blue Train 5:21
11 Sunday, Part I 3:19
12 Sunday, Part II 3:38
13 Stone 3:17
14 Mortming 3:09

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Pom Pom: The Essential Cibo Matto

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Viva! La Woman

1996

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