Released 10 years ago
Danceaholic
Benny Benassi · 2016
60 min · 18 tracks · pop music
A pulsating blend of electro house and pop that energizes the dance floor with infectious beats and vibrant hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Paradise (radio edit) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Danceaholic — The title track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy, offering an irresistible hook that marries catchy lyrics with a driving beat, making it a dancefloor staple.
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Even If (radio edit) — This track features poignant vocals layered over a dynamic production, highlighting Benassi's ability to blend emotion with electrifying soundscapes.
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I Wanna Be Disco (2016 edit) — With its nostalgic nod to disco vibes, this track stands out for its playful lyrics and upbeat tempo, showcasing Benassi's versatility in genre fusion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends electro house with pop elements, though it follows familiar patterns within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of four-on-the-floor beats across nearly all tracks, creating a relentless dance rhythm.
- Many tracks incorporate vocal hooks that are repeated throughout, emphasizing catchiness and memorability.
- The first half of the album maintains an upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing and occasional downtempo moments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady beats for dance sessions
- infectious energy for parties
- uplifting vibes for celebration
- consistent flow for group enjoyment
- short tracks encourage replay
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, introspective music
- seek deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in the evolving electro house scene.
- Career context
- By 2016, Benny Benassi had established himself as a prominent figure in electronic music, known for his 2003 hit 'Satisfaction'. 'Danceaholic' arrives as his first full-length album since 2011's 'Electroman', showcasing a return to his roots while embracing modern pop sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- deadmau5· Calvin Harris· David Guetta
Tracklist
- 1 Paradise (radio edit) Start here 3:53
- 2 Danceaholic 3:35
- 3 Out of Control 3:40
- 4 Universe 3:20
- 5 Gangsta (radio edit) 3:20
- 6 Even If (radio edit) 3:22
- 7 Carousel 3:32
- 8 I Wanna Be Disco (2016 edit) 3:41
- 9 Pandemonium 2:46
- 10 Dance the Pain Away (2016 edit) 2:56
- 11 I Keep Running 3:27
- 12 Who I Am (Back to the Future mix) 3:40
- 13 West Coast Patrol 4:43
- 14 Shooting Helicopters (radio edit) 3:27
- 15 Analog Heart 3:03
- 16 I Wanna Be a DJ 2:11
- 17 Beardo (radio edit) 2:54
- 18 Back to the Pump (radio edit) 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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