At Play Vol. 5
deadmau5 · 2014
58 min · 10 tracks · house · electronica · electro house
A vibrant tapestry of pulsating rhythms and intricate melodies that epitomize the evolution of modern electronic music.
Why this album works
'At Play Vol. 5' is significant for its contribution to the evolving landscape of electronic music, specifically through its exploration of diverse subgenres. The album not only received positive critical reception but also reinforced deadmau5's status as a key influencer in the EDM scene, paving the way for future artists to experiment with similar sounds.
- Career context
- When 'At Play Vol. 5' was released in 2014, deadmau5 was riding high on his established reputation as a leading figure in electronic dance music following his commercial breakthrough with albums like '4x4=12'. This compilation album showcased his ability to blend various styles while maintaining a distinctive sound, positioning him as a prominent innovator in the genre during this era.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bitter Kitten Standout 5:59
- 2 Overdraft 4:31
- 3 Fallen 3:05
- 4 I Like Your Music (Velvet mix) Standout 7:39
- 5 Assorted 5:39
- 6 Afterhours (Smoothy House mix) 5:37
- 7 This Noise (Deeper Logic mix) 6:20
- 8 All U Ever Want 7:15
- 9 Stereo Fidelity (Unorganized mix) 6:02
- 10 Outta My Life (Deep dub mix) Standout 6:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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