Maxwell Discography 320 Kbps

Report: Maxwell Discography (320 kbps Quality Analysis)

Artist: Maxwell (Gerald Maxwell Rivera) Genre: Neo-Soul, R&B Audio Specification: MP3 320 kbps (CBR/VBR) / Equivalent FLAC

3. Maxwell’s official studio albums

To search properly, his main LPs are:

• Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite (1996)
• Embrya (1998)
• Now (2001)
• BLACKsummers’night (2009)
• blackSUMMERS’night (2016)

There’s also the compilation NOW / Then (2023). maxwell discography 320 kbps

Collecting checklist (practical)

• Original pressing CDs of each studio album
• Vinyl editions and any regional variants
• Promo singles and 12" remixes (physical)
• Live / Unplugged recordings and soundtrack contributions
• Verified 320 kbps rips with accurate metadata (artist, album, year, label, encoder)

Studio albums (primary releases)

• Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite (1996) — Breakout debut; essential neo-soul material; includes “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder)”, “Sumthin’ Sumthin’”.
• Embrya (1998) — More atmospheric and experimental; polarizing at release but influential.
• Now (2001) — Slicker production, mature themes; singles include “Lifetime”.
• BLACKsummers’night (2009) — First of an intended trilogy; contains “Pretty Wings” (Grammy-winning).
• blackSUMMERS’night (2016) — Second installment in the trilogy; lush production, “Lake By the Ocean”.
• nightSUMMERS’night (2024) — Final chapter (title stylization consistent with trilogy); completes the set’s narrative and sonic arc.

Maxwell's Discography:

1. Maxwell (1996) - His debut album.
2. The Lights Out (1998) - His second album.
3. All My Demons Greet You with a Smile (2001) - His third studio album.
4. The Emancipation of Mimi (Midnight Mix) wasn't an official mix; however, in 2005, The Emancipation of Mimi was released. This is more of an R&B/pop album compared to his earlier work.
5. BLACK SUMMER (2009) - A U.S. exclusive pre-album that was intended to be a digital-only release.
6. On & On (2009) - His fifth studio album, marking a return to his club-oriented roots.
7. Take 1 (2011) - A soulful EP released before his seventh studio album.
8. El Corazón (2013) - A Spanish-language album.
9. Airtel Xmas (2014) - A digital EP released through Columbia Records.
10. The Lover Unbound (2016) - Released on June 17, 2016.

1. Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite (1996)

The Debut that Changed R&B

Initially a slow burner, this album became a landmark. Recorded in a sparse, late-night style, the album feels like a live jam session. Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite (1996) Embrya (1998) Now

• Key Tracks for Testing: “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder),” “Suitelady,” “…Til the Cops Come Knockin’.”
• 320 kbps Benefit: Listen to the vinyl crackle samples on “Suitelady.” At low bitrates, these blend into digital noise. In 320 kbps, they sound warm and intentional.
• Notable Fact: The album was mostly recorded live with a full band. High bitrate preserves the room reverb.