Is Sample and hold a good place to start with Simian Mobile Disco?

Yes, Sample and hold is recommended as a starting point for new Simian Mobile Disco listeners. A vibrant collection of remixes that reimagines Simian Mobile Disco's eclectic sound through the lens of various innovative producers. Released in early 2008, Sample and Hold follows Simian Mobile Disco's acclaimed debut album, Attack Decay Sustain Release. By this time, the duo had established themselves as key players in the electronic music scene, known for their inventive fusion of genres and remix culture.

Who is Sample and hold for?

Sample and hold works well if you're into dynamic exploration with peaks, wave-like pacing for dancing and remix culture enthusiasts welcome.

How many songs are on Sample and hold?

Sample and hold has 11 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Sample and hold

Simian Mobile Disco · 2008

73 min · 11 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant collection of remixes that reimagines Simian Mobile Disco's eclectic sound through the lens of various innovative producers.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sleep Deprivation (Simon Baker remix) Start here — This track stands out with its hypnotic rhythms and deep basslines, encapsulating the essence of tech house while maintaining a dance floor appeal.
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Tits & Acid (Oscillation remix) — Known for its infectious energy, this remix effectively blends acid house elements with cheeky vocal samples, making it a notable highlight of the album.
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I Believe (Pinch's 'I Believe in Bassline Therapy' remix) — This track showcases a darker, more experimental approach, illustrating how different producers can reshape the thematic core of the original song.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic exploration with peaks
wave-like pacing for dancing
remix culture enthusiasts welcome
vibrant beats for social settings

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A remix album showcasing various producers, not a main entry point or breakthrough.
Themes: remix culture· hypnotic dance floors· acid house revival
Career context: Released in early 2008, Sample and Hold follows Simian Mobile Disco's acclaimed debut album, Attack Decay Sustain Release. By this time, the duo had established themselves as key players in the electronic music scene, known for their inventive fusion of genres and remix culture.
Stylistic neighbors: Justice· Hot Chip· The Chemical Brothers

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

I Got This Down

The chorus shifts to a more assertive tone, marking a confident declaration amidst an otherwise introspective narrative.

This contrast creates a compelling dynamic within the song, emphasizing a journey from uncertainty to self-assuredness.