What makes Up A Tree by Looper notable?

The album received positive critical reception, particularly for its inventive sound and production techniques. It helped solidify Looper's presence in the electronic music landscape of the late '90s, influencing later artists in the genre. Released in 1999, Up A Tree marked Looper's second album, following their debut, Up a Tree (1998). At this point, the band was carving out a unique niche within the UK electronic scene, expanding their sonic palette with more experimental arrangements and eclectic influences.

How many songs are on Up A Tree?

Up A Tree has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Up A Tree

Looper · 1999

38 min · 10 tracks · electronic music

A whimsical blend of electronic textures and playful melodies, creating an immersive, dreamlike soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Impossible Things #2 — This track showcases Looper's signature combination of catchy hooks and experimental sounds, exemplifying their ability to merge pop sensibilities with avant-garde elements.
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Ballad of Ray Suzuki — With its narrative structure and poignant lyrics, this song stands out as a storytelling highlight that reflects the band's playful yet introspective style.
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Festival ’95 — This track captures the essence of nostalgia through its layered instrumentation and rhythmic complexity, making it a memorable piece within the album.

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 inventive soundscapes and playful melodies, marking Looper's unique niche in electronic music.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered synths and samples, creating a rich tapestry of sound that evolves throughout each track.
The last two tracks serve as bookends, revisiting themes introduced earlier in the album while gradually reducing the intensity.

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: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 The Treehouse 1:27
2 Impossible Things #2 5:23
3 Burning Flies 3:55
4 Festival ’95 4:51
5 Ballad of Ray Suzuki 4:41
6 Dave the Moon Man 5:11
7 Quiet and Small 3:03
8 Columbo’s Car 4:54
9 Up a Tree Again 3:12
10 Back to the Treehouse 2:03

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