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M83

M83 · 2001

70 min · 14 tracks · electronic music

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with pulsating rhythms, creating an expansive sonic journey that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Night — This track encapsulates the album's dreamy essence with its lush instrumentation and haunting vocals, representing M83's ability to create immersive atmospheres.
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    Kelly — Blending melodic hooks with electronic textures, this song showcases the innovative use of sound that defines M83's style and serves as a standout moment on the record.
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    I'm Happy, She Said — Spanning nearly eighteen minutes, this closing track exemplifies the album’s ambition and emotional depth, merging various musical ideas into a cohesive finale.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, M83's self-titled debut album marked the beginning of Anthony Gonzalez's project, establishing his signature blend of dream pop and electronic music. This release set the stage for his later works, which would achieve critical acclaim and commercial success, particularly with the breakthrough album 'Hurry Up, We're Dreaming' a decade later.
Stylistic neighbors
Empire of the Sun· Chvrches· Washed Out

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Last Saturday 0:58
  • 2 Night 4:44
  • 3 At the Party 1:00
  • 4 Kelly 4:26
  • 5 Sitting 3:04
  • 6 Facing That 7:34
  • 7 Violet Tree 4:52
  • 8 Staring at Me 1:36
  • 9 I’m Getting Closer 5:19
  • 10 She Stands Up 5:41
  • 11 Carresses 6:31
  • 12 Slowly 4:57
  • 13 My Face 1:38
  • 14 I’m Happy, She Said 17:51

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