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Moderat

Moderat · 2009

105 min · 26 tracks · electronica

A hypnotic blend of driving beats and ethereal melodies that evoke a modern urban landscape.

Why this album works

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing and flow
Context
In 2009, Moderat, the collaboration between Apparat and Modeselektor, released their self-titled debut album after years of anticipation. This marked a significant moment in their careers, as both artists aimed to merge their distinct sounds into a cohesive project, showcasing their innovative approach to electronica.
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electronica

Moderat is an album by Moderat, released in 2009. A hypnotic blend of driving beats and ethereal melodies that evoke a modern urban landscape. The album was well-received by critics and audiences alike, charting in several countries and solidifying Moderat's place in the electronic music scene. Its influence can be seen in the evolution of future electronic acts, showcasing a sound that combines emotional depth with club-ready production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Moderat sound like?

A hypnotic blend of driving beats and ethereal melodies that evoke a modern urban landscape. Rooted in electronica.

What makes Moderat by Moderat notable?

The album was well-received by critics and audiences alike, charting in several countries and solidifying Moderat's place in the electronic music scene. Its influence can be seen in the evolution of future electronic acts, showcasing a sound that combines emotional depth with club-ready production. In 2009, Moderat, the collaboration between Apparat and Modeselektor, released their self-titled debut album after years of anticipation. This marked a significant moment in their careers, as both artists aimed to merge their distinct sounds into a cohesive project, showcasing their innovative approach to electronica.

Who is Moderat for?

Moderat works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and wave-like pacing and flow.

How many songs are on Moderat?

Moderat has 26 tracks, running approximately 105 minutes.

Tracklist

26 tracks·105:35

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

Disc 1

  • 1 A New Error Standout 6:07
  • 2 Rusty Nails Standout 4:32
  • 3 Seamonkey Standout 6:14
  • 4 Slow Match 5:08
  • 5 3 Minutes Of 3:17
  • 6 Nasty Silence 3:13
  • 7 Sick With It 3:45
  • 8 Porc#1 2:40
  • 9 Porc#2 3:03
  • 10 Les Grandes Marches 4:28
  • 11 Berlin 1:22
  • 12 Nr.22 5:40
  • 13 Out of Sight 5:41
  • 14 BeatsWaySick 4:23
  • 15 Rusty Nails (Shackleton remix) 9:38

Disc 2

  • 1 Les Grandes Marches 4:28
  • 2 Rusty Nails Standout 4:35
  • 3 Wolterdorf (interlude) 1:18
  • 4 BeatsWaySick 3:59
  • 5 Rüdersdorf (interlude) 1:26
  • 6 Out of Sight 5:15
  • 7 Berlin (interlude) 1:22
  • 8 A New Error Standout 6:09
  • 9 Quedlinburg (interlude) 1:56
  • 10 Nr.22 5:51
  • 11 Seamonkey Standout

Release Date

May 11, 2009

Genre

electronica

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

105 min 35 sec