About this album
Where they were
When 'Mama, You Can Bet!' was released in 2020, Georgia Anne Muldrow was already an established figure in the alternative R&B and leftfield hip hop scenes. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, following her 2018 project 'Overload', and showcased her distinctive approach to production and lyricism.
Why it matters
The album received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, being praised by outlets like Pitchfork and Bandcamp Daily. It serves as a significant contribution to the contemporary soul and hip hop landscape, reinforcing Muldrow's role as a pioneer of genre-fusing music.
Essential tracks
- "Mama, You Can Bet!" — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and empowerment through its infectious groove and uplifting lyrics.
- "Ra's Noise (Thukumbado)" — This track showcases Muldrow's unique ability to intertwine complex rhythms with rich sonic textures, making it a standout piece on the album.
- "Our Joy (Mercedes)" — A brief yet impactful interlude that captures a moment of pure joy, highlighting Muldrow's ability to evoke emotion in minimal time.
Release Date
August 28, 2020
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Mama, You Can Bet! 3:11
- 2 Bop For Aneho 2:04
- 3 Zane, The Scribe 2:43
- 4 Our Joy (Mercedes) 1:44
- 5 Ra's Noise (Thukumbado) 3:22
- 6 Bemoanable Lady Geemix Fonk 3:33
- 7 Orgone 3:06
- 8 Skippin and Trippin 1:12
- 9 Swing, Kirikou, Swing! 2:08
- 10 Quarry's Queries 3:06
- 11 Ancestral Duckets 4:04
- 12 Hard Bap Duke 2:55
- 13 This Walk 2:34
- 14 Fabus Foo Gemix 4:50
- 15 The Cowrie Waltz 3:55
