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Released 7 years ago this October

Vagabon

Vagabon · 2019

35 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A vibrant blend of electropop and indie rock, infused with personal storytelling and experimental textures.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Flood — This track encapsulates a feeling of overwhelming emotion through layered instrumentation and a haunting melody that reflects on personal struggles.
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    Water Me Down — With its infectious rhythm and introspective lyrics, this song stands out for its ability to convey vulnerability while maintaining an upbeat sound.
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    Every Woman — This empowering anthem blends catchy hooks with poignant reflections on womanhood, making it both a personal and universal statement.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends vibrant production with personal storytelling, showcasing a unique sound while exploring deeper themes.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with layered synths, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with emotional depth
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • personal storytelling in each track
  • reflective moments for quiet times
  • inviting melodies for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Vagabon, the project of Laetitia Tamko, is her sophomore album following her critically acclaimed debut, 'Infinite Worlds' (2017). At this point in her career, she was expanding her sound and exploring deeper themes of identity and belonging, establishing herself as a notable voice in the indie music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Mitski· Phoebe Bridgers· Japanese Breakfast

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Full Moon in Gemini 2:52
  • 2 Flood 3:44
  • 3 Secret Medicine 2:56
  • 4 Water Me Down 4:32
  • 5 In a Bind 3:40
  • 6 Wits About You 2:39
  • 7 Please Don’t Leave the Table 3:41
  • 8 Home Soon 4:50
  • 9 Every Woman 3:27
  • 10 Full Moon in Gemini (Monako reprise) 3:26

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