Album Review: Multiples Possibles by Quitter Kobe
Alright, so here’s the deal—Multiples Possibles is one of those albums that kinda sneaks up on you. Released in 2011 by French artist Quitter Kobe (self-released under Not On Label), it’s this cool mashup of electronic beats, pop vibes, and rock edges, with a sprinkle of ethereal magic and downtempo chill. It's like someone took all these genres—Chanson, Abstract, you name it—and threw them in a blender to see what would stick. Spoiler alert: it works.
Now, let me just say, this album feels very French. Like, smoky café vibes mixed with existential musings kind of French. The tracks are moody but not overly serious, abstract but still grounded. You can tell Kobe wasn’t trying too hard to fit into any box—which honestly makes it way more memorable.
Two tracks stuck out for me big time: "Le Lien" and "Es-Tu Là ?". Let’s break it down real quick.
"Le Lien" hits different right from the start. It’s got this hypnotic beat that pulls you in, like when you’re zoning out staring at raindrops on a window. The vocals are soft but deliberate, almost whispering something important you can’t quite catch. I kept replaying it because there’s this moment around the halfway mark where everything swells up, and suddenly you realize how much emotion is packed into the track. Feels like nostalgia for something you haven’t even lived through yet. Weird, right? But good weird.
Then there’s "Es-Tu Là ?," which is basically a mood in audio form. This one leans heavier into the chanson style, with lyrics that feel intimate, like they’re meant only for you to hear. The melody drifts along lazily, but don’t let that fool ya—it’s sticky as hell. Every time I listened to it, I found myself humming bits of it hours later, totally unintentionally. There’s also this subtle layer of synth buried underneath that gives it an otherworldly vibe, like maybe aliens wrote part of it or something.
The rest of the album keeps the energy flowing without feeling repetitive. Tracks like “Nova” and “Respirer Encore” bring their own flavor while staying true to the overall vibe. Oh, and shoutout to “Pépé”—it’s quirky and warm, like your grandpa telling bizarre stories over coffee. Honestly, props to Kobe for keeping things unpredictable.
Here’s the thing about Multiples Possibles: it doesn’t try to blow your mind with flashy production or over-the-top hooks. Instead, it lets its charm creep up on you slowly, like a cat curling up on your lap when you least expect it. By the end, you’re left wondering how something so understated could leave such a lasting impression.
Final thought? Listening to this album feels like finding a hidden gem in a thrift store. You weren’t looking for it, but once you’ve got it, you can’t imagine life without it. Plus, who names a track “Qu’Est-Ce Qui Se Passe ?” and gets away with it? Only someone wildly confident—or slightly unhinged. Either way, respect.
