Settle
Disclosure · 2013
75 min · 17 tracks · house music
A vibrant fusion of UK garage and deep house, pulsating with infectious rhythms and soaring vocal hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Latch — This breakthrough single features Sam Smith's ethereal vocals over a captivating bassline, exemplifying Disclosure's ability to marry emotional depth with club-ready production.
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White Noise — With its catchy hook and energetic beat, this track represents the quintessential sound of modern dance music while addressing the complexities of relationships.
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You & Me — This collaboration with Eliza Doolittle showcases a perfect blend of rhythmic complexity and lyrical vulnerability, highlighting the duo's skill in crafting engaging narratives within their tracks.
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F for You — The song's driving bass and playful lyrics emphasize Disclosure's knack for creating deep house tracks that are both dancefloor-friendly and emotionally resonant.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines infectious rhythms and strong vocal hooks, showcasing a solid compositional style within house music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief instrumental intro that sets a rhythmic tone before transitioning into vocal-driven tracks.
- Each track features layered synths and basslines characteristic of house music, with several tracks incorporating vocal hooks that drive the melodies.
- The pacing varies, with some tracks maintaining a steady dance tempo while others introduce breakdowns that create dynamic shifts in energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious energy for dancing
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- soulful vocals elevate moods
- late-night party atmosphere
- dynamic flow with peaks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, steady rhythms
- dislike upbeat dance vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked their debut and established wider recognition in electronic music.
- Career context
- Settle marked Disclosure's debut album, released in 2013 when the duo was poised to redefine electronic music. Prior to this, they had gained attention through a series of EPs and singles, particularly 'Latch', which showcased their distinct sound blending soulful vocals with danceable beats.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duke Dumont· Gorgon City· Jamie Jones
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You & Me
The chorus shifts from questioning to a more intimate reflection on love lost, emphasizing vulnerability amidst upbeat production.
This shift in tone adds emotional weight to an otherwise lively track, contrasting celebration with introspection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:00
- 2 When a Fire Starts to Burn 4:43
- 3 Latch 4:16
- 4 F for You 4:29
- 5 White Noise 4:38
- 6 Defeated No More 6:09
- 7 Stimulation 5:22
- 8 Voices 4:05
- 9 Second Chance 2:22
- 10 Grab Her! 5:15
- 11 You & Me 4:29
- 12 January 5:55
- 13 Confess to Me 4:11
- 14 Help Me Lose My Mind 4:05
- 15 Boiling 3:48
- 16 What's in Your Head 5:31
- 17 Running (Disclosure remix) 5:32
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