Released 20 years ago
The Looks
MSTRKRFT · 2006
45 min · 8 tracks · electronic music
An electrifying blend of house and electro, pulsating with infectious grooves and vibrant synths that demand movement.
Top tracks — play these first
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Street Justice — This track features a powerful blend of aggressive beats and catchy hooks, embodying the raw energy that defines the album. Its widespread popularity helped cement MSTRKRFT’s place in the electro-house genre.
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Work on You — Opening with a driving bassline and layered synths, this track sets the tone for the album's dancefloor-ready sound while showcasing MSTRKRFT's knack for infectious rhythm.
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Easy Love — With its catchy chorus and upbeat tempo, this track exemplifies the duo's ability to create accessible yet complex electronic music that resonates across diverse audiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers infectious grooves and vibrant synths, making it a solid entry in the electronic genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with all tracks maintaining a driving beat that encourages dancing.
- Each track employs layered synths and rhythmic basslines, creating a dense soundscape that evolves without significant breaks.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples, but they are used more as rhythmic elements rather than traditional song structures.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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 grooves that compel dancing
- late-night party ignition vibes
- dynamic pacing for energetic movement
- pulsating beats for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quieter, introspective moments
- seek soothing background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, The Looks marked MSTRKRFT's second album, following their acclaimed debut, 'The Looks' which had established them as key players in the Canadian electronic scene. This album solidified their reputation as innovators in the electro-house genre, showcasing their ability to merge dance music with punk aesthetics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Justice· Boys Noize· deadmau5
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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She's Good for Business
A shift occurs when the lyrics directly address the subject's influence over success and materialism, creating a sharp contrast to previous themes of personal …
This moment captures a biting commentary on the intersection of relationships and ambition, highlighting how personal dynamics can impact one's public persona.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Work on You 6:02
- 2 Easy Love 5:32
- 3 She's Good for Business 5:03
- 4 Paris 5:48
- 5 The Looks 4:56
- 6 Street Justice 6:52
- 7 Bodywork 5:52
- 8 Neon Knights 5:46
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