Aphrodite Les Folies – Live in London cover

Released 15 years ago this November

Aphrodite Les Folies – Live in London

Kylie Minogue · 2011

115 min · 27 tracks · pop music

An exuberant celebration of dance-pop, filled with infectious hooks and dazzling stage presence that captures the essence of Minogue's artistry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Aphrodite Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of love and beauty while delivering a euphoric beat that energizes the crowd.
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    Can't Get You Out of My Head — This iconic anthem showcases Minogue's signature sound and remains a high point of her live performances, celebrated for its unforgettable hook.
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    All the Lovers — With its lush production and romantic lyrics, this track represents Minogue's mature sound and serves as a poignant closer to the concert.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong performances and production but is typical of live pop albums in its structure.

What we noticed

  • The album features a continuous flow of tracks with minimal pauses, creating an immersive live experience.
  • Several songs are medleys, blending multiple tracks into single performances, which enhances the energy and keeps the audience engaged.
  • Kylie interacts with the audience between songs, adding a personal touch and building a connection throughout the performance.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • euphoric dance anthems for celebration
  • vibrant energy for uplifting moods
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
  • for lively gatherings
  • immersive live experience with joy

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer subdued, quiet listening
  • seek immediate, straightforward tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Showcases Kylie's established pop icon status and vibrant performance energy.
Themes
London stage revival· dance floor liberation· post-cancer triumph
Career context
By the time Kylie Minogue released 'Aphrodite Les Folies – Live in London' in 2011, she was firmly established as a pop icon following her commercial resurgence with 'X' in 2007. This live album showcases her continued evolution as an artist after a decade-long career, featuring tracks from her distinctive blend of dance-pop and electropop that defined the late 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors
Robyn· Dua Lipa· Lady Gaga

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 The Birth of Aphrodite (intro) 2:37
  • 2 Aphrodite Start here 4:38
  • 3 The One 3:55
  • 4 Wow 4:01
  • 5 Illusion 6:49
  • 6 I Believe in You 3:14
  • 7 Cupid Boy 5:34
  • 8 Spinning Around 3:39
  • 9 Get Outta My Way 3:37
  • 10 What Do I Have to Do 5:13
  • 11 Everything Is Beautiful 4:54
  • 12 Slow 6:01
  • 13 Confide in Me (intro) 2:37
  • 14 Confide in Me 3:34
  • 15 Can’t Get You Out of My Head 4:40
  • 16 In My Arms 3:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Looking for an Angel 5:08
  • 2 Closer 3:23
  • 3 There Must Be an Angel (Playing With My Heart) 4:37
  • 4 Love at First Sight / Can’t Beat the Feeling 4:13
  • 5 If You Don’t Love Me 3:16
  • 6 Better the Devil You Know 7:17
  • 7 Better Than Today 3:20
  • 8 Put Your Hands Up (If You Feel Love) 4:02
  • 9 Million Dollar Mermaid (intro) 1:52
  • 10 On a Night Like This 4:13
  • 11 All the Lovers 5:29

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