Top tracks — play these first
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miss you Start here — Opening the album, this track encapsulates m-flo's signature sound with a blend of hip-hop beats and melodic hooks, establishing an emotional tone that resonates throughout.
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come again — This track features infectious rhythms and clever wordplay, showcasing m-flo's ability to merge catchy pop melodies with rap verses seamlessly.
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the Love Bug — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this song exemplifies the fun and energetic side of m-flo's music, making it a standout party anthem.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong genre blending and well-crafted production, though it may not resonate widely outside its scene.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong hip-hop influence in 'miss you', featuring layered vocal samples and a steady beat.
- Tracks like 'Simple & Lovely' incorporate electronic elements with melodic hooks, creating a contrast to the more rap-driven pieces.
- Several tracks feature interludes of spoken word or atmospheric soundscapes, which serve as transitions between songs.
- The final track, 'let go', slows the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- 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
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
- steady flow for focused listening
- uplifting vibes for social moments
- urban energy for casual gatherings
- gradual emotional build-up
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- dislike steady pacing
- prefer standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a return to form and contributed to m-flo's international recognition.
- Themes
- Tokyo nightlife· collaborative creativity· playful romance
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Tribute: Maison de M-Flo came during m-flo's evolution into a leading figure in the J-pop scene. This album followed their previous works and marked a return to form after a hiatus, demonstrating their ability to blend various genres while collaborating with emerging and established artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nujabes· Kenshi Yonezu· Shingo Nishinari
Tracklist
- 1 miss you Start here 6:04
- 2 come again 5:06
- 3 Planet Shining 4:46
- 4 Yours only. 6:16
- 5 been so long 5:32
- 6 Simple & Lovely 4:07
- 7 the Love Bug 3:49
- 8 Come Back To Me 4:49
- 9 L.O.T. (Love or Truth) 4:27
- 10 let go 5:47
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
World of Fantasy
Capsule
Blends electronic pop with hip-hop elements, capturing a playful urban nightlife vibe.
Modal Soul
Nujabes
Merges jazzy hip-hop beats with introspective lyrics, evoking a similar reflective atmosphere.
Pamyu Pamyu Revolution
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
Infuses J-pop with eclectic production and playful themes, paralleling the vibrant energy of Tokyo nightlife.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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