Discovery
Daft Punk · 2001
60 min · 14 tracks · house · synth-pop · electronica
A radiant fusion of house beats and pop sensibilities that redefined electronic music for a new generation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with resolution wave-like pacing for dancing uplifting anthems for celebration
- Context
- Released on March 3, 2001, 'Discovery' marked Daft Punk's third studio album following their 1997 release, 'Homework'. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning from underground pioneers to mainstream icons, blending their signature house sound with elements of disco and rock.
- If you like
- house, synth-pop, electronica
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- Daft Club — Continues the energetic vibe while introducing fresh remixes and collaborations.
Discovery is an album by Daft Punk, released in 2001. A radiant fusion of house beats and pop sensibilities that redefined electronic music for a new generation. 'Discovery' significantly impacted the electronic music scene, reaching number two on the Billboard 200 and influencing countless artists across genres. It is widely credited with bringing house music into the pop mainstream and received critical acclaim, including a Grammy Award for Best Dance Album. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Discovery sound like?
A radiant fusion of house beats and pop sensibilities that redefined electronic music for a new generation. Rooted in house and synth-pop.
What makes Discovery by Daft Punk notable?
'Discovery' significantly impacted the electronic music scene, reaching number two on the Billboard 200 and influencing countless artists across genres. It is widely credited with bringing house music into the pop mainstream and received critical acclaim, including a Grammy Award for Best Dance Album. Released on March 3, 2001, 'Discovery' marked Daft Punk's third studio album following their 1997 release, 'Homework'. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning from underground pioneers to mainstream icons, blending their signature house sound with elements of disco and rock.
Who is Discovery for?
Discovery works well if you're into dynamic progression with resolution, wave-like pacing for dancing and uplifting anthems for celebration.
How many songs are on Discovery?
Discovery has 14 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One More Time Standout 5:20
- 2 Aerodynamic 3:27
- 3 Digital Love Standout 4:58
- 4 Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger Standout 3:44
- 5 Crescendolls 3:31
- 6 Nightvision 1:44
- 7 Superheroes 3:57
- 8 High Life 3:21
- 9 Something About Us 3:51
- 10 Voyager 3:47
- 11 Veridis Quo 5:44
- 12 Short Circuit 3:26
- 13 Face to Face 4:00
- 14 Too Long 10:00
Release Date
March 3, 2001
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
60 min 57 sec
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