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It Sounds Like

deadmau5 · 2009

149 min · 19 tracks · house · electronica · electro house

A vibrant blend of intricate synth patterns and driving beats that define the electro house genre.

Why this album works

'It Sounds Like' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound design and became a staple in electronic dance music playlists. The album features the hit track 'Ghosts n Stuff,' which reached high positions on various dance charts and helped to elevate deadmau5's profile internationally.
Best for
extended journey with peaks wave-like pacing throughout album immersive instrumental explorations
Context
Released on March 17, 2009, 'It Sounds Like' is deadmau5's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough success with 'Random Album Title' in 2008. At this point in his career, he had solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the electronic music scene, experimenting with complex sounds and production techniques that would influence future genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Remember (instrumental) Standout 9:57
  • 2 Ghosts n Stuff Standout 6:10
  • 3 Faxing Berlin Standout 8:38
  • 4 Bye Friend 5:40
  • 5 Alone With You 8:12
  • 6 Complications 9:51
  • 7 Hi Friend (instrumental) 6:34
  • 8 Everything Before 6:35
  • 9 Everything After 6:07
  • 10 Jaded 8:50
  • 11 Not Exactly 9:13
  • 12 Secondary Complications 10:50
  • 13 We Fail 6:31
  • 14 Arguru (Edx’s 5un5hine remix) 7:11
  • 15 Clockwork 6:41
  • 16 Slip 7:43
  • 17 Some Kind of Blue 7:59
  • 18 I Remember (vocal mix) 9:59
  • 19 Hi Friend (vocal mix) 6:34

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