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Kaytranada – 99.9 % (LP album)
43,00 €
CONDITION: Second-hand – Mint, new (M)
Unsealed vinyl, played for testing purposes
2 X Vinyls
Important note: Slight wear on the corners of the sleeve, without affecting its visual appearance (see photo)
Released in 2016, 99.9% de Kaytranada established itself as a pivotal album in the recent history of electronic music and alternative hip-hop scenes. More than just a debut studio album, this project represents the culmination of years of experimentation, remixes, and productions shared online, notably via SoundCloud.
Kaytranada, whose real name is Louis Kevin Celestin, is a Canadian producer of Haitian descent based in Montreal. Before 99.9%, he had made a name for himself with bold remixes of tracks by Janet Jackson, Missy Elliott, and Teedra Moses. These reinterpretations, often rhythmically deconstructed, already revealed his penchant for asymmetrical grooves, deep bass, and textures inherited from house, hip-hop, and R&B.
The album stands out for its rejection of classic structures. Many tracks avoid traditional verse-chorus patterns, preferring to evolve through variations, with the gradual addition and removal of sonic elements. This approach, inherited from electronic music and house music, blends surprisingly well with hip-hop and R&B influences. 99.9% thus becomes a meeting place for genres, a fluid territory where boundaries disappear.
Vinyl, with its inherent dynamics, particularly highlights these nuances, especially in the rich bass and midrange frequencies, which are essential to its sound.
One of 99.9%’s strengths lies in the wealth of its collaborations (Graig David, Anderson .Paak, Syd…). Kaytranada surrounds himself with artists from diverse backgrounds, without ever losing control of his universe
Label: XL Recordings – XLLP765
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Kaytranada 99.9 %: An Essential Vinyl Record of Modern Electronic Music
The Kaytranada 99.9 % vinyl is now considered essential for fans of electronic music, alternative hip-hop, and contemporary R&B. Released in 2016, 99.9% marked a major turning point in Kaytranada’s career and established itself as a landmark album, both artistically and sonically. On vinyl, Kaytranada 99.9% reveals the full depth of his productions and offers an immersive listening experience, designed for analog sound enthusiasts.
Kaytranada, a Canadian producer from Montreal, has forged an international reputation thanks to his unique style, blending house music, funk, hip-hop, and soul. With Kaytranada 99.9%, he releases his first official studio album, a long-awaited project after years of remixes and beats shared online. This record isn’t simply a compilation of tracks, but a cohesive work, designed to be listened to in its entirety, making vinyl the ideal format.
An album designed for vinyl
The Kaytranada 99.9 % vinyl stands out with its rich and organic production. The bass is deep, the rhythms syncopated, and the sonic textures particularly detailed. The vinyl format highlights these elements thanks to its natural dynamics, especially in the full bass and midrange frequencies, essential to Kaytranada’s sound. Each side of the record offers a smooth progression, reinforcing the feeling of a musical journey.
Unlike fragmented digital listening, the Kaytranada 99.9 % vinyl invites you to take your time. The act of flipping the record, the seamless flow between tracks, and the warmth of the analog sound all contribute to a more intimate and engaging experience. This album then takes on its full artistic dimension, far removed from mere instant consumption.
Iconic Collaborations
One of the album’s greatest strengths lies in the quality of its collaborations. It brings together major artists from the alternative scene while maintaining a strong sonic identity. Anderson .Paak, featured on the track “Glowed Up,” delivers an irresistible funk energy that has become one of the album’s hallmarks. This track, highly acclaimed on vinyl, perfectly illustrates the balance between groove, rhythmic complexity, and accessibility. We also find Craig David, Syd, GoldLink, AlunaGeorge, and Little Dragon, whose voices blend into Kaytranada’s world without ever overpowering it. On 99.9%, each collaboration is conceived as an element serving the album, not as a mere marketing ploy. Vinyl allows you to rediscover these tracks with a new sonic depth.
Kaytranada 99.9%: A Lasting Impact
Since its release, Kaytranada 99.9 % has profoundly influenced the international music scene. The album helped redefine the boundaries between electronic music and hip-hop, inspiring an entire generation of producers. Its critical acclaim, notably recognized by a Grammy Award, confirms its status as a cult album. The 99.9% vinyl has thus become a sought-after item, prized by collectors, DJs, and audiophiles alike. It symbolizes a return to attentive and high-quality listening, in a context where vinyl is experiencing a global resurgence.
A Musical and Aesthetic Object
Beyond the music, Kaytranada 99.9% on vinyl also captivates with its design. The colorful and expressive cover perfectly reflects the album’s sonic universe: warm, modern, and multicultural. Owning the 99.9% vinyl is also owning a powerful work of art.
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