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Confuse the Marketplace

LCD Soundsystem · 2007

22 min · 3 tracks · punk · dance-punk

A vibrant collision of dance-punk rhythms and sharp, satirical lyrics exploring contemporary culture.

Confuse the Marketplace is an EP by LCD Soundsystem, released in 2007. A vibrant collision of dance-punk rhythms and sharp, satirical lyrics exploring contemporary culture. 'Confuse the Marketplace' received widespread acclaim from critics, with notable mentions in publications like Pitchfork, which praised its sharp social commentary. The EP's tracks also resonated within club scenes, influencing subsequent artists in the dance-punk movement and reflecting the anxieties of mid-2000s America. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Confuse the Marketplace sound like?

A vibrant collision of dance-punk rhythms and sharp, satirical lyrics exploring contemporary culture. Rooted in punk and dance-punk.

What makes Confuse the Marketplace by LCD Soundsystem notable?

'Confuse the Marketplace' received widespread acclaim from critics, with notable mentions in publications like Pitchfork, which praised its sharp social commentary. The EP's tracks also resonated within club scenes, influencing subsequent artists in the dance-punk movement and reflecting the anxieties of mid-2000s America. In 2007, LCD Soundsystem was riding the wave of their critical success from their self-titled debut and 'Sound of Silver'. 'Confuse the Marketplace' served as a follow-up EP that showcased their evolution in sound and lyrical depth while maintaining their characteristic energy. This release further solidified their position as a leading force in the dance-punk genre.

How many songs are on Confuse the Marketplace?

Confuse the Marketplace has 3 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·22:18

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

  • 1 Freakout / Starry Eyes Standout 9:06
  • 2 North American Scum (Onanistic dub) Standout 8:49
  • 3 Hippie Priest Bum-Out Standout 4:23

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Genre

dance-punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

22 min 18 sec