Pursuit of Happiness
Weekend Players · 2002
75 min · 13 tracks · electronica
A vibrant blend of melodic electronica and pop-infused beats that captures the essence of early 2000s dance culture.
Why this album works
The album includes the hit single 'I'll Be There,' which garnered significant radio play and helped define the sound of early 2000s chill-out music. Its fusion of electronic and pop elements contributed to the rise of a new wave of British artists in the electronic music scene, influencing contemporaries and leaving a lasting impact on the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 2002, 'Pursuit of Happiness' marked the debut album for Weekend Players, a project led by producer and songwriter Anthony Roth. At this point, Roth was transitioning from his earlier work in the underground UK house scene to a more mainstream sound, establishing the duo's presence in the evolving electronica genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Towa Tei· Jazzanova· Fantastic Plastic Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'll Be There Standout 6:22
- 2 Best Days of Our Lives Standout 4:03
- 3 21st Century 7:08
- 4 Jericho 6:41
- 5 Pursuit of Happiness Standout 4:13
- 6 Angel 3:41
- 7 Into the Sun 7:22
- 8 Subway 5:17
- 9 Play On 6:08
- 10 Through the Trees 5:31
- 11 Higher Ground 6:10
- 12 I'll Be There (Soul Mekanik remix) 7:25
- 13 Into the Sun (Static Revenger mix edit) 4:58
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