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4×4=12

deadmau5 · 2010

69 min · 11 tracks · house · electronica · electro house

A pulsating blend of intricate beats and soaring melodies that encapsulate the peak of electro house innovation.

Why this album works

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
Context
By the time '4×4=12' was released in December 2010, deadmau5 had already solidified his presence in the electronic music scene with previous successes like 'Random Album Title' (2008). This album marked a pivotal moment in his career, showcasing an evolution in his sound that embraced more complex arrangements and production techniques, further establishing him as a leading figure in the genre.
If you like
house, electronica, electro house

4×4=12 is an album by deadmau5, released in 2010. A pulsating blend of intricate beats and soaring melodies that encapsulate the peak of electro house innovation. '4×4=12' debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, reflecting its widespread acclaim and popularity. The album is also significant for its innovative tracks that influenced the evolving electro house scene, earning critical recognition from major publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 4×4=12 sound like?

A pulsating blend of intricate beats and soaring melodies that encapsulate the peak of electro house innovation. Rooted in house and electronica.

What makes 4×4=12 by deadmau5 notable?

'4×4=12' debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, reflecting its widespread acclaim and popularity. The album is also significant for its innovative tracks that influenced the evolving electro house scene, earning critical recognition from major publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. By the time '4×4=12' was released in December 2010, deadmau5 had already solidified his presence in the electronic music scene with previous successes like 'Random Album Title' (2008). This album marked a pivotal moment in his career, showcasing an evolution in his sound that embraced more complex arrangements and production techniques, further establishing him as a leading figure in the genre.

Who is 4×4=12 for?

4×4=12 works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on 4×4=12?

4×4=12 has 11 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·69:54

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Some Chords 8:04
  • 2 Sofi Needs a Ladder Standout 5:33
  • 3 A City in Florida 5:02
  • 4 Bad Selection 5:01
  • 5 Animal Rights 4:59
  • 6 I Said (Michael Woods remix) 5:52
  • 7 Cthulhu Sleeps Standout 9:59
  • 8 Right This Second 7:23
  • 9 Raise Your Weapon Standout 8:15
  • 10 One Trick Pony 3:36
  • 11 Everything Before 6:05

Release Date

December 6, 2010

Genre

electro house, electronica

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Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

69 min 54 sec