Global Underground: GU34 Milan
Felix da Housecat · 2008
124 min · 34 tracks · electronica
A vibrant mix of house grooves and eclectic beats that encapsulates the energy of Milan's nightlife.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thick as Thieves Start here — This track exemplifies the blend of pulsating rhythms and hypnotic melodies, making it a standout on the album that captures Felix's unique style.
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Bangbop — With its infectious beat and danceable groove, this track serves as a perfect representation of the album’s energetic vibe.
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Outrage — This track features a compelling build-up and dynamic soundscapes that showcase Felix's skill in crafting engaging dance music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album effectively captures the essence of Milan's nightlife with its energetic mix and varied influences.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous mix of tracks that blend seamlessly into one another, maintaining a consistent energy throughout.
- The first half of the album emphasizes upbeat tempos and danceable grooves, while the latter half introduces more atmospheric and experimental elements.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- dancefloor-ready vibrant energy
- eclectic samples for immersion
- late-night party atmosphere
- dynamic flow for exploration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in his catalog that showcases house music evolution, but not a standout for wider recognition.
- Themes
- Milan nightlife· pulsating rhythms· global club culture
- Career context
- When Global Underground: GU34 Milan was released in 2008, Felix da Housecat had already established himself as a prominent figure in the electronic music scene since his breakthrough with 'Kittenz and Thee Glitz' in 2001. This album came during a phase where he was exploring deeper and more diverse sounds, following his previous work and contributing to the Global Underground series known for showcasing global club culture.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Velvet· Armand Van Helden· DJ Sneak
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 It’s House 1:43
- 2 Thick as Thieves Start here 6:03
- 3 Blank Scenario 3:41
- 4 Bangbop 3:50
- 5 Halifaxfunk 3:34
- 6 Maximal MNML (Philipp Straub edit) 3:48
- 7 Who Killed Sparky? 3:03
- 8 Love and Emotion (instrumental) 5:58
- 9 Outrage 6:28
- 10 Tweak! 5:05
- 11 151 3:15
- 12 Deliverance 6:10
- 13 Emissions 3:29
- 14 Continue in My Words (Dettman & Klock remix) 3:57
- 15 Principino 2:29
- 16 Arabesque 4:28
Disc 2
- 1 Hold Me So Tight 3:32
- 2 Shine Shine 2:46
- 3 Love Tempo 3:19
- 4 2 Fast 4 U 1:53
- 5 Saturn Returns 4:02
- 6 Je t’aime (Switch remix) 3:32
- 7 Jack U (Angello & Ingrosso remix) 2:23
- 8 Blink 3:24
- 9 Punk 3:12
- 10 Nightbreed 1:38
- 11 Vicious Game 3:39
- 12 Moderntronic 1 2:46
- 13 No UFO’s (vocal) 3:16
- 14 Peut être… pas 2:33
- 15 Ping Pong 4:13
- 16 Love Call (Harvey’s mix) 1:18
- 17 Radio (Shinichi Osawa remix) 4:45
- 18 Fairlight 5:03
What to play next
He Was King
2009
Continues the vibrant energy with a fresh take on house and eclectic sounds.
Virgo Blaktro and the Movie Disco
2007
Sets up the energetic vibe leading into the current album's nightlife feel.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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