What makes Contraband by Madcon notable?

The album features several chart-topping singles, including 'Glow', which became a major hit across Europe, solidifying Madcon's presence in the pop and dance music charts. Its blend of genres also contributed to the increasing popularity of Scandinavian artists on the global stage during this era. Released in 2010, 'Contraband' marked Madcon's fourth studio album and followed their successful album 'So Dark the Con of Man' from 2007. At this point, the duo had established themselves as prominent figures in the Norwegian music scene, blending various genres to create a unique sound that appealed to both domestic and international audiences.

Who is Contraband for?

Contraband works well if you're into dancefloor-ready infectious energy, steady mid-tempo grooves and feel-good anthems for celebration.

How many songs are on Contraband?

Contraband has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Contraband

Madcon · 2010

42 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · reggae · synth-pop

A vibrant fusion of pop, hip-hop, and reggae rhythms that ignites the dancefloor with infectious energy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dancefloor-ready infectious energy
steady mid-tempo grooves
feel-good anthems for celebration
sing-along moments with friends

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, introspective tracks
seek complex, varied narratives

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2010, 'Contraband' marked Madcon's fourth studio album and followed their successful album 'So Dark the Con of Man' from 2007. At this point, the duo had established themselves as prominent figures in the Norwegian music scene, blending various genres to create a unique sound that appealed to both domestic and international audiences.
Stylistic neighbors: Major Lazer· Sean Paul· J Balvin