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At Play Vol. 2

deadmau5 · 2009

66 min · 10 tracks · house · electronica · electro house

A pulsating blend of intricate beats and melodic hooks that defines the sound of late 2000s electronic music.

Why this album works

This album features tracks that contributed to the rise of deadmau5 as a prominent artist in the EDM landscape, solidifying his influence during this period. It received acclaim for its innovative sound and helped cement deadmau5's status with fans and critics alike, further paving the way for his future works.
Best for
steady grooves for focused work intricate beats for detail hunting gradual rise with immersive flow
Context
Released on November 17, 2009, 'At Play Vol. 2' is deadmau5's follow-up to 'At Play', showcasing his growth as a leading figure in the electronic dance music scene. At this point, he was gaining significant recognition, following the success of tracks like 'Ghosts 'n' Stuff', which had established him as a staple in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Outta My Life (Touch mix) 6:11
  • 2 Attention Whore Standout 6:47
  • 3 Mr G 5:21
  • 4 Reduction 6:45
  • 5 This Is Also the Hook Standout 6:03
  • 6 Orca Standout 8:30
  • 7 Tau V2 7:34
  • 8 Sex Slave 6:08
  • 9 This Noise 7:13
  • 10 R My Dreams 6:02

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