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Blue Songs

Hercules & Love Affair · 2011

57 min · 11 tracks · house ยท disco

A vibrant blend of house and disco that channels the spirit of classic dance floors into a contemporary setting.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released in 2011, 'Blue Songs' marked Hercules & Love Affair's return after their critically acclaimed self-titled debut in 2008. The album showcased a shift towards a more polished production style while maintaining their signature sound, reflecting the band's evolution as they delved deeper into themes of love and identity.
If you like
house, disco

Blue Songs is an album by Hercules & Love Affair, released in 2011. A vibrant blend of house and disco that channels the spirit of classic dance floors into a contemporary setting. 'Blue Songs' received positive reviews from critics and solidified Hercules & Love Affair's place within the modern dance music scene. The album's lead single, 'My House,' became a club anthem, helping to influence the resurgence of disco-inflected house music during the early 2010s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blue Songs sound like?

A vibrant blend of house and disco that channels the spirit of classic dance floors into a contemporary setting. Rooted in house and disco.

What makes Blue Songs by Hercules & Love Affair notable?

'Blue Songs' received positive reviews from critics and solidified Hercules & Love Affair's place within the modern dance music scene. The album's lead single, 'My House,' became a club anthem, helping to influence the resurgence of disco-inflected house music during the early 2010s. Released in 2011, 'Blue Songs' marked Hercules & Love Affair's return after their critically acclaimed self-titled debut in 2008. The album showcased a shift towards a more polished production style while maintaining their signature sound, reflecting the band's evolution as they delved deeper into themes of love and identity.

Who is Blue Songs for?

Blue Songs works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Blue Songs?

Blue Songs has 11 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·57:01

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Painted Eyes Standout 6:01
  • 2 My House Standout 4:52
  • 3 Answers Come in Dreams 5:23
  • 4 Leonora 4:32
  • 5 Boy Blue Standout 5:00
  • 6 Blue Song 5:37
  • 7 Falling 4:53
  • 8 I Can't Wait 5:54
  • 9 Step Up 4:03
  • 10 Visitor 4:41
  • 11 It's Alright 5:59

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

disco

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

57 min 1 sec