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Revolution 909

Daft Punk · 1998

19 min · 4 tracks · electronic music

A pulsating blend of house beats and infectious grooves, embodying the spirit of late '90s dance culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Revolution 909 (radio edit) — This radio edit distills the essence of the original track into a tight format, making it accessible while retaining its dancefloor energy.
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    Revolution 909 (Roger Sanchez remix) — Sanchez's remix adds an intricate layer of depth and rhythm, transforming the original into a more complex and club-ready anthem that resonates with DJs.
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    Revolution 909 (original mix) — The original mix exemplifies Daft Punk's signature style, fusing melodic elements with a driving bassline that captures the euphoric essence of house music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single effectively combines catchy hooks with solid production, making it a notable entry in late '90s electronic music.

What we noticed

  • The main track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with layered synths that create a driving rhythm throughout its duration.
  • The radio edit is concise, maintaining the core elements of the original while trimming excess sections for accessibility.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Revolution 909 (radio edit) 3:46
  • 2 Revolution 909 (Roger Sanchez remix) 8:56
  • 3 Revolution 909 (a cappella) 1:04
  • 4 Revolution 909 (original mix) 5:35

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