What makes The New Deal by The New Deal notable?

This album is significant as it helped to define the live electronic scene of the early 2000s, earning attention for its innovative fusion of genres. Critics praised its energetic performances and improvisational spirit, contributing to the band's reputation, which led to successful festival appearances and a dedicated fanbase. The New Deal marked the Canadian trio's debut album, released in 2001 during a burgeoning interest in live electronic music. This album came after their formation in 1999 and set the stage for their unique style that combines elements of house, jazz, and funk.

How many songs are on The New Deal?

The New Deal has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

The New Deal

The New Deal · 2001

61 min · 12 tracks · electronica

A dynamic blend of electronic textures and improvisational jazz, weaving intricate rhythms into a cohesive sonic journey.

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Back to the Middle — Opening with infectious grooves, this track showcases the band's ability to blend live instrumentation with electronic elements seamlessly, setting the tone for the album.
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Receiver — This track features intricate layering and a captivating rhythm that highlights the band’s improvisational skills, making it a standout example of their live performance energy.
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Deep Sun — As one of the longer tracks on the album, it allows for deep exploration of themes and musical motifs, showcasing the band’s ability to create expansive soundscapes.
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Techno Beam — With its driving beats and complex structure, this track exemplifies the trio's mastery of blending various electronic styles while maintaining an engaging live feel.
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Then and Now — Closing with an atmospheric journey, this track encapsulates the essence of The New Deal's musical identity, bridging past influences with contemporary sounds effectively.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong improvisational elements and intricate electronic arrangements, defining its unique sound in live electronic music.

What we noticed

The album features extended tracks, with several exceeding six minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes and motifs.
The use of layered electronic textures builds complexity, with rhythmic variations that shift dynamically across the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 Back to the Middle 4:18
2 Receiver 6:25
3 Exciting New Direction 5:08
4 Self Orbit 3:20
5 Intro (Deep Sun) 0:53
6 Deep Sun 7:06
7 Glide 5:08
8 Talk Show 6:01
9 Techno Beam 9:12
10 The Ray Parker Suite, Part I 2:37
11 The Ray Parker Suite, Part II 2:06
12 Then and Now 9:26

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