Total
Sebastian · 2011
51 min · 22 tracks · electro house
A kaleidoscopic blend of pulsating beats and intricate soundscapes that redefine modern electro house.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love in Motion — This track exemplifies Sebastian's ability to fuse catchy melodies with complex rhythms, showcasing both danceability and artistic depth.
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Embody — With its hypnotic beats and layered textures, this track highlights Sebastian's skillful production, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Motor — This song stands out for its driving rhythm and energetic synth lines, making it a quintessential representation of the album's overall vibe.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong production techniques and a cohesive sound but lacks broader cultural reach.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths and driving basslines across nearly all tracks, creating a cohesive sound.
- Many tracks utilize dynamic build-ups and drops, typical of electro house, maintaining high energy throughout.
- Several pieces incorporate intricate sound design elements, such as glitch effects and vocal samples, enhancing the textural complexity.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful interludes for attention shifts
- dynamic flow with rhythmic pulses
- short tracks for quick bursts
- engaging background for social settings
- wave-like pacing encourages movement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, uninterrupted pieces
- avoid playful and experimental sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2011, Sebastian released 'Total' as his debut studio album following several acclaimed EPs. At this point in his career, he was already recognized for his contributions to the French electro scene, particularly through collaborations with artists like Justice and his work on the Ed Banger Records label.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kaskade· deadmau5· Calvin Harris
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hudson River 0:50
- 2 Love in Motion 3:05
- 3 Tough Games 0:40
- 4 Embody 3:45
- 5 Ross Ross Ross 3:39
- 6 Fried 4:03
- 7 Kindercut 4:06
- 8 Water Games 0:37
- 9 Total 1:21
- 10 Jack Wire (instrumental version) 2:44
- 11 C.T.F.O. 2:55
- 12 Cartoon 0:34
- 13 Arabest 3:16
- 14 Prime 3:06
- 15 Mean Games 0:53
- 16 Tetra 2:54
- 17 Motor 4:03
- 18 Night 0:46
- 19 Yes 3:42
- 20 Bird Game 0:37
- 21 Doggg 3:12
- 22 Frustra 0:26
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