Micatone - Is You Is

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Review by Harqad Rivolsa

Album Review: Is You Is by Micatone – A Future Jazz Gem That Still Shimmers Man, oh man, if you haven’t heard Is You Is by Micatone yet, you’re missing out on something special. Released back in 2003 under Sonar Kollektiv (Germany) and Fenomeno Inc. (Japan), this album is a smooth-as-hell blend of electronic beats and future jazz vibes. It’s one of those records that feels like it was made for late-night drives or lazy Sunday mornings when the world just slows down. Let me tell ya—this isn’t your typical jazz record. The producers, Boris Meinhold and Stefan Rogall, along with the rest of the crew (shoutout to Lisa Bassenge on vocals!), crafted something timeless here. And can we talk about Jutojo’s artwork? Simple but striking—it sets the mood perfectly before you even hit play. Now, let’s dive into two tracks that really stuck with me. First up, “Quiet Boy.” Oh my god, this track is everything. It starts off with these lush synths from Boris Meinhold, subtle enough to feel like they’re breathing around you. Then Lisa’s voice comes in, soft and sultry, telling a story without overdoing it. There’s this sense of mystery in the lyrics—it’s not too obvious, which makes you wanna listen again and again. By the time Paul Kleber’s double bass kicks in, I swear, it’s like all the pieces fall into place. You don’t just hear “Quiet Boy”; you feel it. It’s haunting, comforting, and kinda hypnotic all at once. Then there’s “Shake It Baby,” which flips the vibe completely. This one’s got groove for days. Tim Kroker lays down some tight drum patterns while Sebastian "Hagen" Demmin works his magic on the keys. It’s impossible not to move to this one. Like, seriously, try sitting still—I dare you. What gets me every time is how effortlessly cool it sounds. It’s playful but never cheesy, and Lisa’s delivery adds this sassy edge that makes it unforgettable. Every layer feels intentional, like they knew exactly what buttons to press to make people smile. The whole album has this organic-meets-electronic balance that’s rare to find. Tracks like “Belgien” and “Sweet Child” show off their range, mixing melancholy with moments of pure joy. Even the instrumentals—like Axel Reinemer’s flugelhorn work—are so rich, you almost forget you’re listening to something made nearly two decades ago. But here’s the thing about Is You Is: it doesn’t shout for attention. Instead, it sneaks up on you, wrapping itself around your soul until you realize you’ve been humming its melodies for hours. It’s nostalgic but futuristic, intimate yet universal. Honestly, it’s hard to pin down why it works so well—it just does. You know what’s wild? Listening to this now feels like rediscovering an old friend. Maybe because life moves so fast these days, albums like this remind us to slow down and appreciate the little things. Or maybe it’s just proof that great music transcends time and trends. Either way, Is You Is deserves a spot in your collection. Just don’t blame me if you end up spinning it on repeat for weeks. Oh, and hey—if anyone knows where I can grab a physical copy, hmu. Some things are worth holding onto.

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Artist: Micatone
Album: Is You Is
Rating: 4.52

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Filename: micatone-is-you-is.zip
  • MP3 size: 142.5 mb
  • FLAC size: 1090.6 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Plastic Bags & Magazines5:0
Tidy Girl4:48
Another Road5:21
Shake It, Baby4:45
Got To Give It Up6:00
Mon Coeur3:58
To the Sound5:57
Got to Give It Up6:1
Belgien0:35
To The Sound5:56
Plastic Bags & Magazines5:00
I'm Leaving Anyway5:6
Sweet Child4:33
I'm Leaving Anyway5:07
Shake It Baby4:45
Plastic Bags 05:00
Sweetchild4:33
Sit Beside Me5:45
Quiet Boy3:45

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Micatone - Got To Give It Up
Micatone - I'm Leaving Anyway
Micatone - Plastic bags and magazines
Micatone - Tidy Girl

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Catalog Numbers

  • FESK004
  • SK004LP
  • SK004CD

Labels

  • Fenomeno Inc.
  • Sonar Kollektiv

Listen online

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  • online luisteren
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • lyssna på nätet
  • ascolta in linea
  • escuchar en línea
  • online anhören
  • ouvir online
  • lytte på nettet

Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Digipak
  • 3 × Vinyl
  • LP
  • Promo
  • Cardboard Sleeve

Companies

RoleCompany
Mastered AtCalyx Mastering
Phonographic Copyright (p)Sonar Kollektiv
Copyright (c)Sonar Kollektiv
Recorded AtExit Studios Berlin

Credits

RoleCredit
Artwork ByJutojo
PhotographyJutojo
Double BassPaul Kleber
Programmed ByPaul Kleber
DrumsTim Kroker
Executive ProducerStefan Rogall
KeyboardsSebastian "Hagen" Demmin
Mastered ByBo Kondren
ProducerBoris Meinhold
Mixed ByBoris Meinhold
GuitarBoris Meinhold
SynthesizerBoris Meinhold
Recorded ByAxel Reinemer
VocalsLisa Bassenge
Written-ByMicatone
Arranged ByMicatone
Lyrics ByMicatone
ArtworkJutojo
Photography ByJutojo
Recorded By [Double BassAxel Reinemer
Flugelhorn]Axel Reinemer

Notes

  • Double Bass and Flugelhorn recorded at Exit Studio.
  • Drums on #4 recorded at Drumtrax Studio.
  • Piano recorded at Bene's Basement.
  • Mastered at Calyx Studios Berlin.
  • Double Bass and Flugelhorn recorded at Exit Studio. Drums on Track 4 recorded at Drumtrax Studio. Piano recorded at Bene's Basement. Mastered at Calyx Studios Berlin.
  • Published by Edition Sonar Kollektiv/ BMG Publishing. (P)&(C) 2003 Sonar Kollektiv
  • Made in Germany
  • Released in a digipak.
  • Drums on Track 4 recorded at Drumtrax Studio.

Barcodes

  • Label Code: LC01200
  • Rights Society: GEMA
  • Matrix / Runout: 01200320 1 / SK 004 CD
  • Barcode (Printed): 8 21730 00052 4
  • Barcode (Scanned): 821730000524
  • Mastering SID Code: ifpi L595
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 1A26

About Micatone

German nu-jazz band founded in 2001.

Real Name

    • Stefan Rogall
    • Boris Meinhold
    • Lisa Bassenge
    • Paul Kleber
    • Tim Kroker

Members

  • Lisa Bassenge
  • Boris Meinhold
  • Stefan Rogall
  • Paul Kleber
  • Tim Kroker
  • Sebastian Demmin
  • Don Rogall

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Is You Is* by Micatone is a hidden gem in the world of Future Jazz? Released in 2003, it blends electronic beats with smooth jazz vibes. The record was a team effort, with talents like Lisa Bassenge on vocals and Boris Meinhold pulling double duty on guitar and synthesizer. Fun fact: the artwork and photography were both done by Jutojo, giving the album a cohesive visual style to match its eclectic sound. It even found fans in both Germany and Japan, showing how music can cross borders.

Comments

lovelysinghvi
2025-03-16
Can´t believe how sexy Lisa looks on this cover... it´s almost ridiculous :D
soyamarillajodida
2025-03-15
please make a track with moloko! it would be amazing :D
silverzipper
2025-03-15
Great Band, never got to see them live, What a shame !
fairydemi
2025-03-15
ziemlich genialer tune
jasmineirenejir
2025-03-15
świetne;)
thomasthomthommy
2025-03-15
Fantastic nu jazz tunes. Wonder when are they coming here in Las Vegas?
jcantu777
2025-03-15
Their best song. This rocks. Dig that bass intro.
kuldeeparya1990
2025-03-15
Just wow ❤️
johnganshert
2025-03-15
no worries mate! def groovy and relaxing, I'm lovin' this!
ddaimorales
2025-03-14
como para un soundtrack de fifa
bismillahlhr1
2025-03-13
I luv micatone!
kennt leider keine sau! hört mal alle weiter den schrott der heute überall läuft...geniale musik wie micatone, jazzanova, de-phazz, jamiroquai, st.germain werden zu wenig gewürdigt, leider
librineilibri
2025-03-12
that's ladies know what they singing....
gintamosina
2025-03-11
love you Lisl
ryzhkov979544223
2025-03-11
głośniej i głośniej!! mocno strasznie...
nandiprasadprabhu
2025-03-11
great
jalil649
2025-03-11
????????
lsslpr0s
2025-03-10
Great Lisa. Great Micatone.