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Yasuke

Flying Lotus · 2021

43 min · 26 tracks · electronic · hip-hop · jazz

A vibrant fusion of electronic textures and jazz-infused rhythms, echoing the spirit of an ancient samurai.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, impactful listening bursts
  • fragmented pacing exploration
  • dynamic emotional shifts
  • vibrant sonic textures
  • immersive storytelling elements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 30, 2021, 'Yasuke' is Flying Lotus's first album since 'Flamagra' in 2019. This project marks a continuation of his innovative blending of genres while also exploring new themes related to the historical figure Yasuke, an African samurai in Japan. The album showcases Flying Lotus's evolution as a producer, incorporating elements of hip-hop, jazz, and experimental music.
Stylistic neighbors
Thundercat· Kamasi Washington· Shlohmo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 War at the Door 2:08
  • 2 Black Gold 1:35
  • 3 Your Lord 2:06
  • 4 Shoreline Sus 1:20
  • 5 Hiding in the Shadows 1:01
  • 6 Crust 2:13
  • 7 Fighting Without Honor 1:54
  • 8 Pain and Blood 1:24
  • 9 War Lords 1:24
  • 10 Sachi 1:25
  • 11 Your Screams 2:18
  • 12 Using What You Got 1:05
  • 13 African Samurai 1:54
  • 14 Where’s the Girl? 0:40
  • 15 Kurosaka Strikes! 1:19
  • 16 This Cursed Life 1:27
  • 17 RoBomb 1:05
  • 18 Taiko Time // Sacrifice 1:21
  • 19 Your Day Off 1:33
  • 20 Your Armour 2:20
  • 21 Enchanted 1:26
  • 22 Mind Flight 2:53
  • 23 Survivors 1:17
  • 24 Your Head // We Won 1:24
  • 25 The Eyes of Vengeance 2:59
  • 26 Between Memories 1:47

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