Hedonist
Martin Solveig · 2005
79 min · 16 tracks · house music
A vibrant blend of house beats and catchy melodies that captures the essence of early 2000s dance music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Everybody — As the lead single, this track encapsulates the album's energetic spirit with its infectious chorus and dynamic production, making it a staple in clubs.
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Something Better — This track features smooth vocals and a compelling melody, highlighting Solveig's knack for blending catchy pop sensibilities with house grooves.
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Jealousy — The song stands out for its emotive lyrics and rhythmic complexity, showcasing Solveig's ability to weave storytelling into dance music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy house beats with memorable hooks but loses cohesion in its latter half due to remix tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with consistent four-on-the-floor beats, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and styles.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples and hooks that are repeated throughout, creating a sense of familiarity and catchiness.
- The last three tracks consist of remixes, which shift the focus from original compositions to reinterpretations, affecting the overall flow.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- catchy hooks and rhythms
- wave-like pacing experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2005, Martin Solveig was transitioning from underground producer to mainstream artist with 'Hedonist', his second studio album. This release followed his debut, 'Sur La Terre', which established him as a notable figure in the European house scene. 'Hedonist' marked a significant step toward broader commercial appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Guetta· Calvin Harris· Zedd
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Jealousy
The moment shifts from introspection to direct confrontation, revealing deeper emotional layers amidst a catchy beat.
This transition enhances the narrative tension, allowing listeners to engage with both the emotional stakes and the danceable rhythm.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Everybody 4:19
- 2 Something Better 4:50
- 3 If You Tell Me More 3:27
- 4 Black Voices 4:06
- 5 Rejection 4:46
- 6 Blind Rendezvous 0:31
- 7 Dry 5:01
- 8 Something About You 4:08
- 9 Jealousy 5:19
- 10 Repuiem Pour Un Con 2:55
- 11 Don't Waste Another Day 4:34
- 12 Linda (Kenny Dope main remix) 6:11
- 13 Destiny (Nu disco mix) 6:33
- 14 I'm a Good Man (Mousse T E Funk mix) 7:04
- 15 Everybody (Pete Heller's Phela dub) 8:42
- 16 I'm a Good Man (Mousse T Break Beat mix) 7:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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