What makes Church by Galantis notable?

Upon its release, 'Church' debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, further solidifying Galantis' influence in the genre. The album was praised for its production quality and catchy hooks, contributing to the continued rise of future house and electropop styles during this period. Released on February 7, 2020, 'Church' is Galantis' second studio album, following their successful debut, 'Pharmacy', from 2015. At this point in their career, the duo had already established themselves as leaders in the electronic dance music scene with multiple chart-topping singles and festival headlining status.

Church works well if you're into uplifting dance experiences, steady mid-tempo flow and emotional lyrical resonance.

How many songs are on Church?

Church has 16 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Church

Galantis · 2020

53 min · 16 tracks · house music

An uplifting blend of euphoric synths and infectious beats that celebrate love and resilience in turbulent times.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Never Felt a Love Like This — This track encapsulates the album's theme of joy and connection, featuring a vibrant chorus that invites listeners to celebrate love's transformative power.
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Holy Water — With its anthemic buildup and emotive lyrics, this song serves as a spiritual centerpiece of the album, reflecting themes of healing and hope.
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Hurricane — The infectious rhythm and powerful vocals create an energetic atmosphere, making it a standout anthem perfect for festivals and dance floors.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and engaging beats but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features tracks that consistently employ upbeat tempos and layered synths, creating a danceable atmosphere.
Several tracks utilize vocal samples sparingly, allowing the instrumental elements to dominate the soundscape.
The final three tracks slow down the tempo slightly, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
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: 5/10

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

uplifting dance experiences
steady mid-tempo flow
emotional lyrical resonance
consistent listening journey
short, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on February 7, 2020, 'Church' is Galantis' second studio album, following their successful debut, 'Pharmacy', from 2015. At this point in their career, the duo had already established themselves as leaders in the electronic dance music scene with multiple chart-topping singles and festival headlining status.
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