American Dream
LCD Soundsystem · 2017
68 min · 10 tracks · punk · dance-punk
A reflective journey through dance-punk rhythms and poignant lyrics exploring themes of nostalgia and societal disillusionment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective dance rhythms unfold
- nostalgic themes of disillusionment
- gradual build to emotional climax
- late-night introspection with friends
- thoughtful exploration of change
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Themes
- post-recession disillusionment· nostalgic urban landscapes
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 2017, 'American Dream' marked LCD Soundsystem's return after a seven-year hiatus following their farewell concert in 2011. The album came during a period of renewed creativity for frontman James Murphy, who sought to blend personal introspection with broader cultural commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hot Chip· The Rapture· Soulwax
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
-
Why Make Sense? by Hot Chip — Shares reflective dance rhythms and explores themes of personal and societal introspection.Sleep Well Beast by The National — Combines melancholic lyrics with a mix of electronic and organic sounds, capturing disillusionment.Currents by Tame Impala — Merges psychedelic soundscapes with introspective themes of change and emotional complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Baby 5:49
- 2 Other Voices 6:43
- 3 I Used To 5:32
- 4 Change Yr Mind 4:57
- 5 How Do You Sleep? 9:12
- 6 Tonite 5:47
- 7 Call the Police 6:58
- 8 American Dream 6:06
- 9 Emotional Haircut 5:29
- 10 Black Screen 12:05
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