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FabricLive.93

Dan Snaith · 2017

73 min · 27 tracks · electronic music

A kaleidoscopic blend of eclectic beats and samples that transports listeners through the vibrant world of dance music.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Face to Face — Opening with bright synth lines and smooth grooves, this track sets an energetic tone for the entire mix, encapsulating the balance between melodic intricacies and danceable rhythms.
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    Medellin — This track stands out with its hypnotic beat and layered textures, illustrating Snaith's skillful blending of genres that keeps listeners engaged throughout the mix.
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    You Can Be a Star (Daphni edit) — Incorporating playful elements and infectious hooks, this track showcases Snaith’s ability to transform existing material into something fresh and vibrant while maintaining dance floor appeal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
65 /100
Treeline
Higher than 88% of albums we've rated

The album excels in seamless mixing and diverse sound integration, making it a standout DJ mix.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate unexpected tempo changes and genre shifts, keeping the listener engaged throughout.
  • The use of samples is prominent, with many tracks blending elements from various styles, including house, techno, and world music.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
9/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • vibrant energy for social settings
  • headphone detail hunting adventure
  • quick bursts of playful sounds
  • captivating tracks for dance sessions

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking long, cohesive pieces
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
FabricLive.93 marks Dan Snaith's first mix album under his Daphni alias, showcasing his evolution from a solo artist to a dynamic DJ. Released in 2017, it follows his critically acclaimed album Joli Mai (2017), reflecting his deepening engagement with club culture and dance music aesthetics.
Stylistic neighbors
Four Tet· Tycho· Bonobo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Face to Face 3:46
  • 2 Xing Tian 3:29
  • 3 Carry On 2:05
  • 4 Futurism (Daphni edit) 0:47
  • 5 Poly 2:28
  • 6 Ten Thousand 4:29
  • 7 Medellin 3:05
  • 8 Hey Drum 5:01
  • 9 You Can Be a Star (Daphni edit) 4:15
  • 10 Try 1:43
  • 11 Vikram 1:02
  • 12 3 in 1 (Daphni edit) 2:11
  • 13 Listen Up 2:42
  • 14 Tin 2:46
  • 15 Moshi 1:32
  • 16 Strange Bird 0:36
  • 17 Dissolve (Daphni edit) 1:43
  • 18 Joli Mai 1:58
  • 19 Nocturne 4:07
  • 20 So It Seems 4:21
  • 21 Screaming Man Baby 1:40
  • 22 Vs 2:19
  • 23 The Truth 3:27
  • 24 406.42 PPM 3:28
  • 25 Always There 2:56
  • 26 Fly Away 2:01
  • 27 Life's What You Make It 3:47

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