Freakout/Release
47 min · 11 tracks · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and dance beats that invites listeners to both revel and reflect.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady groove for dancing reflective moments between beats uplifting energy for gatherings
- Context
- Released in August 2022, 'Freakout/Release' is Hot Chip's seventh studio album, following their 2019 record 'A Bath Full of Ecstasy'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for inventive electronic music while exploring broader themes of connection and introspection.
- If you like
- synth-pop
Freakout/Release is an album by Hot Chip. A vibrant blend of synth-pop and dance beats that invites listeners to both revel and reflect. 'Freakout/Release' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart and praised for its catchy hooks and thoughtful lyrics. The album's exploration of mental health resonated with listeners, contributing to discussions within the synth-pop genre about vulnerability and emotional expression. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Freakout/Release sound like?
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and dance beats that invites listeners to both revel and reflect. Rooted in synth-pop.
What makes Freakout/Release by Hot Chip notable?
'Freakout/Release' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart and praised for its catchy hooks and thoughtful lyrics. The album's exploration of mental health resonated with listeners, contributing to discussions within the synth-pop genre about vulnerability and emotional expression. Released in August 2022, 'Freakout/Release' is Hot Chip's seventh studio album, following their 2019 record 'A Bath Full of Ecstasy'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for inventive electronic music while exploring broader themes of connection and introspection.
Who is Freakout/Release for?
Freakout/Release works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, reflective moments between beats and uplifting energy for gatherings.
How many songs are on Freakout/Release?
Freakout/Release has 11 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Down 3:53
- 2 Eleanor Standout 5:09
- 3 Freakout/Release Standout 3:17
- 4 Broken 3:24
- 5 Not Alone Standout 4:32
- 6 Hard to Be Funky 4:11
- 7 Time 4:35
- 8 Miss the Bliss 4:56
- 9 The Evil That Men Do 5:25
- 10 Guilty 4:02
- 11 Out of My Depth 3:56
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