What makes Azari & III by Azari & III notable?

The album significantly impacted the underground electronic scene, particularly with its hit single 'Hungry for the Power', which became an anthem in clubs worldwide. It received critical acclaim from various publications, solidifying Azari & III's reputation and leading them to perform at major festivals and venues. Azari & III's self-titled debut album arrived in 2011, following their earlier singles that had already begun to garner attention on the dance music scene. This release marked a pivotal moment in their career as it established them as key players within the Canadian electronic music landscape, blending classic house influences with modern production techniques.

How many songs are on Azari & III?

Azari & III has 15 tracks, running approximately 201 minutes.

Azari & III

Azari & III · 2011

201 min · 15 tracks

A vibrant fusion of house grooves and soulful vocals that captures the essence of contemporary electronic music.

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Hungry for the Power — This track blends hypnotic beats with provocative lyrics, becoming a defining anthem of the early 2010s dance music scene.
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Reckless (With Your Love) — Combining catchy melodies with infectious rhythms, this track showcases the group's ability to create danceable yet emotive music.
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Into the Night — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its lush soundscapes and entrancing vocals, perfectly encapsulating their musical style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends house grooves with soulful vocals, creating a strong presence in the electronic scene.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent dance tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces.
Vocals are layered with electronic textures, often featuring call-and-response patterns that create a dynamic interplay between the singer and the instrumentation.
Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for gradual build-ups and breakdowns, typical of house music structure.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Into the Night 5:16
2 Reckless (With Your Love) 5:47
3 Tunnel Vision 4:39
4 Indigo 6:22
5 Lost in Time 6:19
6 Infiniti 6:08
7 Change of Heart 6:47
8 Manhooker 4:49
9 Undecided 6:07
10 Hungry for the Power 5:08
11 Manic 5:44
12 Into the Night (Nicholas Jaar remix) 7:18
13 Hungry for the Power (Jamie Jones ridge street mix) 6:47

Disc 2

1 Shimmers (mixtape) 49:14

Disc 3

1 Energies of Men 1:15:32

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