Is Encore a good place to start with DJ Snake?

Yes, Encore is recommended as a starting point for new DJ Snake listeners. A pulsating blend of electronic beats and hip-hop influences designed for the dance floor and festival crowds. When DJ Snake released Encore in 2016, he was riding high on the success of his previous singles, particularly 'Lean On' and 'Let Me Love You.' This album marked his first full-length project since his emergence as a major player in the EDM scene, solidifying his position among top electronic artists following a series of chart-topping hits.

Encore works well if you're into dance floor igniters throughout, steady flow with energetic peaks and for party atmospheres.

How many songs are on Encore?

Encore has 16 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Encore

DJ Snake · 2016

59 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and hip-hop influences designed for the dance floor and festival crowds.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Middle Start here — This track exemplifies DJ Snake's signature sound with its catchy hook and infectious rhythm, making it a staple in clubs and festivals.
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Let Me Love You — Featuring Justin Bieber, this track combines smooth vocals with a danceable beat, highlighting DJ Snake's ability to merge pop elements with EDM.
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Sahara — A vibrant instrumental track that captures the essence of global dance music, showcasing DJ Snake’s skill in creating an exhilarating atmosphere.
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Oh Me Oh My — This collaboration features a rhythmic interplay between rap and electronic beats, illustrating the album's fusion of genres and broad appeal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines electronic beats with hip-hop influences, appealing to dance audiences.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo that rarely drops below a danceable beat, maintaining high energy throughout.
Each track typically includes prominent vocal contributions from featured artists, creating a varied sonic landscape.
Several tracks incorporate build-ups and drops characteristic of EDM, designed to engage festival crowds.
The last three tracks shift slightly in tone, introducing more melodic elements while still retaining rhythmic intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

dance floor igniters throughout
steady flow with energetic peaks
for party atmospheres
catchy hooks for sing-alongs
vibrant beats for celebration

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, introspective music
seek standalone single experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Encore established DJ Snake's reputation with commercial success and notable collaborations.
Moods: Energetic· Anthemic
Career context: When DJ Snake released Encore in 2016, he was riding high on the success of his previous singles, particularly 'Lean On' and 'Let Me Love You.' This album marked his first full-length project since his emergence as a major player in the EDM scene, solidifying his position among top electronic artists following a series of chart-topping hits.
Stylistic neighbors: Marshmello· Zedd· David Guetta