About this album
Where they were
Released on May 29, 2020, 'Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley, Chapter 1: Snake Oil' marks a significant moment in Diplo's career as he explores his roots in country music through collaboration. This album follows the commercial success of his previous projects and showcases his versatility as he embraces a new direction amidst a growing trend of genre fusion in contemporary music.
Why it matters
The album is notable for its unique blend of genres and features the viral hit 'Old Town Road' (Diplo remix), which became a cultural phenomenon. It highlights Diplo's influence in popularizing cross-genre collaborations while reaching high chart positions on Billboard's Hot 100 and introducing country elements to mainstream EDM audiences.
Essential tracks
- "Dance With Me" — 'Dance With Me' stands out as an energetic dance anthem featuring captivating vocals from Julia Michaels that encapsulates the album's spirit of celebration.
- "Heartless" — This track showcases a compelling blend of pop and trap influences, demonstrating Diplo's knack for creating emotionally resonant yet danceable music.
- "Old Town Road (Diplo remix)" — As a prominent remix of the iconic song, it exemplifies Diplo's ability to intersect genres and reach diverse audiences, solidifying his role in modern music culture.
Release Date
May 29, 2020
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 1:37
- 2 So Long 2:52
- 3 Heartless 2:49
- 4 Lonely 2:19
- 5 Dance With Me 2:50
- 6 Do Si Do 2:18
- 7 On Mine 2:36
- 8 Real Life Stuff 3:13
- 9 Hometown 3:36
- 10 Heartbreak 2:17
- 11 Heartless 2:52
- 12 Old Town Road (Diplo remix) 3:25
