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Bitter Sweet

Casiopea · 2000

44 min · 10 tracks · funk ยท jazz fusion ยท new wave

Energetic jazz fusion grooves intermingle with vibrant funk and new wave melodies, capturing the essence of early 2000s instrumental jazz.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady mid-tempo groove flow for upbeat gatherings vibrant energy for road trips
Context
By the time 'Bitter Sweet' was released in June 2000, Casiopea had already established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese jazz fusion scene, having formed in 1976. This album came during a phase where they were experimenting with more contemporary sounds while remaining rooted in their intricate musicianship, following their successful previous release, 'Fried Chicken'.
If you like
funk, jazz fusion, new wave

Bitter Sweet is an album by Casiopea, released in 2000. Energetic jazz fusion grooves intermingle with vibrant funk and new wave melodies, capturing the essence of early 2000s instrumental jazz. 'Bitter Sweet' marked a significant return for Casiopea, showcasing their ability to blend genres effectively and appealing to both jazz enthusiasts and a broader audience. The album received positive reviews and helped solidify their legacy within the jazz fusion genre, ensuring their influence on subsequent artists in the scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bitter Sweet sound like?

Energetic jazz fusion grooves intermingle with vibrant funk and new wave melodies, capturing the essence of early 2000s instrumental jazz. Rooted in funk and jazz fusion.

What makes Bitter Sweet by Casiopea notable?

'Bitter Sweet' marked a significant return for Casiopea, showcasing their ability to blend genres effectively and appealing to both jazz enthusiasts and a broader audience. The album received positive reviews and helped solidify their legacy within the jazz fusion genre, ensuring their influence on subsequent artists in the scene. By the time 'Bitter Sweet' was released in June 2000, Casiopea had already established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese jazz fusion scene, having formed in 1976. This album came during a phase where they were experimenting with more contemporary sounds while remaining rooted in their intricate musicianship, following their successful previous release, 'Fried Chicken'.

Who is Bitter Sweet for?

Bitter Sweet works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove flow, for upbeat gatherings and vibrant energy for road trips.

How many songs are on Bitter Sweet?

Bitter Sweet has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·44:16

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Go On! Standout 4:21
  • 2 Pick Up the Good One 4:18
  • 3 Acid Rain Standout 5:10
  • 4 Rouge 4:23
  • 5 Hard Worker 4:03
  • 6 Sentimental Things Standout 4:55
  • 7 Give Me Your Love 4:40
  • 8 Side Walk 3:49
  • 9 It's a Long Story 4:52
  • 10 Tight Line 3:40

Release Date

June 14, 2000

Genre

funk, jazz fusion, new wave

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

44 min 16 sec