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Stuff I Used to Do

deadmau5 · 2017

67 min · 16 tracks · house · electronica · electro house

A reflective exploration of electronic textures interwoven with playful melodies and intricate rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • playful melodies for reflection
  • wave-like pacing for focus
  • intricate rhythms inviting exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Themes
ambient soundscapes· self-released autonomy· playful melodies
Career context
Released on January 1, 2017, 'Stuff I Used to Do' came during a period of independent exploration for deadmau5, following his departure from major label support. This album showcases his transition into self-released music, marking a significant shift in his artistic autonomy after years of commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors
Eric Prydz· Sasha· Above & Beyond
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Immunity by Jon Hopkins — Explores reflective electronic textures with intricate rhythms and immersive soundscapes.
Morning/Evening by Four Tet — Merges playful melodies with ambient soundscapes, creating a similar introspective atmosphere.
Epoch by Tycho — Features lush electronic production and atmospheric layers that evoke a sense of exploration and reflection.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Messages from nowhere 5:00
  • 2 Digitol 3:55
  • 3 Screen door 4:38
  • 4 Squid 1:03
  • 5 Sometimes i fail 3:39
  • 6 50 something cats 2:25
  • 7 Charlie can’t dance 2:21
  • 8 My opinion 4:08
  • 9 HaxPigMeow 10:10
  • 10 Obsidian 6:32
  • 11 Long walk off a short pier 3:42
  • 12 Support 4:10
  • 13 Superlover 4:38
  • 14 Try again 2:52
  • 15 Creep (alt. version) 4:42
  • 16 Unspecial effects 3:17

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