Weekend in America
Wolfgang Gartner · 2011
46 min · 11 tracks · electro house
A vibrant blend of electro house and deep house, pulsing with infectious energy and playful synths throughout its dynamic tracklist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Em — This track sets the tone for the album with its high-energy beats and catchy hooks, making it an immediate standout for its dancefloor appeal.
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Illmerica — 'Illmerica' showcases Gartner's signature sound, merging intricate melodies with robust basslines, and has become one of his most memorable tracks.
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The Champ — With its infectious rhythm and clever sampling, 'The Champ' embodies the playful spirit of the album while highlighting Gartner's production prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases energetic production with solid cohesion but lacks standout compositional depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths and driving basslines that create a high-energy atmosphere throughout.
- Each track maintains a tempo above 120 BPM, ensuring a danceable rhythm that is characteristic of the electro house genre.
- Transitions between tracks often utilize build-ups and drops, which are common in electronic music, enhancing the flow from one song to the next.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energy for dance floors
- infectious beats for social gatherings
- vibrant synths for upbeat moods
- engaging flow for workout sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quiet introspective moments
- prefer standalone track variety
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2011, 'Weekend in America' was Wolfgang Gartner's debut full-length album following a series of successful EPs and singles. At this point in his career, he had already established himself within the electronic music scene, known for his innovative sound and collaborations with other artists. This album marked a significant step into the mainstream for Gartner, showcasing his ability to create cohesive long-form projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- deadmau5· Calvin Harris· Sander van Doorn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Em 3:23
- 2 Space Junk 3:28
- 3 Ménage à Trois 5:07
- 4 Circus Freaks 3:24
- 5 818 4:11
- 6 Forever 3:46
- 7 The Way It Was 5:45
- 8 Shrunken Heads 4:06
- 9 Still My Baby 3:38
- 10 Illmerica 5:37
- 11 The Champ 4:18
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