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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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