A Little Oblique
deadmau5 · 2006
52 min · 11 tracks · house · electronica · electro house
A kaleidoscopic blend of glitchy beats and euphoric synths that defines deadmau5's early sound.
Why this album works
'A Little Oblique' is significant for its experimentation that contributed to the rise of the electro house genre, influencing many artists in the dance music scene. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative production techniques and was pivotal in establishing deadmau5 as a prominent figure in electronic music. It helped him gain traction on digital music platforms, leading to a larger audience.
- Best for
- steady rhythmic journey throughout kaleidoscopic soundscapes to explore euphoric beats for dancing
- Context
- Released on April 5, 2006, 'A Little Oblique' was deadmau5's second studio album, following his debut 'Get Scraped'. At this point in his career, he was starting to cement his reputation in the electronic music scene, showcasing his evolving style that would lead to mainstream success. This album marked a transition as he began to explore more complex arrangements and diverse soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Secrets Standout 5:55
- 2 TL7 4:28
- 3 Caliox A 4:21
- 4 Full Bloom 5:50
- 5 Beautiful Rich and Horny 6:18
- 6 Bitter Kitten Standout 5:57
- 7 Digitol 4:00
- 8 Porcelain Standout 5:04
- 9 Squid 1:33
- 10 Make Me Make That Sound 4:32
- 11 Bitches 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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