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Random Access Memories

Daft Punk · 2013

74 min · 13 tracks · house · synth-pop · electronica

A lush blend of retro disco, funk grooves, and sophisticated electronic textures that invites listeners to dance.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady danceable grooves unfold immersive listening with gradual build celebratory moments of joy
Context
By the time 'Random Access Memories' was released in 2013, Daft Punk had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music with their previous albums, particularly the critically acclaimed 'Human After All' (2005). This album marked their return after an eight-year hiatus and represented a shift towards live instrumentation and collaborations with legendary artists, showcasing their artistic evolution.
If you like
house, synth-pop, electronica
What next
Discovery — It continues the blend of electronic and funk, enhancing the danceable vibe.

Random Access Memories is an album by Daft Punk, released in 2013. A lush blend of retro disco, funk grooves, and sophisticated electronic textures that invites listeners to dance. 'Random Access Memories' achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 and winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2014. Its lead single, 'Get Lucky,' became a global phenomenon, topping charts in multiple countries and influencing a resurgence in disco-inspired music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Random Access Memories sound like?

A lush blend of retro disco, funk grooves, and sophisticated electronic textures that invites listeners to dance. Rooted in house and synth-pop.

What makes Random Access Memories by Daft Punk notable?

'Random Access Memories' achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 and winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2014. Its lead single, 'Get Lucky,' became a global phenomenon, topping charts in multiple countries and influencing a resurgence in disco-inspired music. By the time 'Random Access Memories' was released in 2013, Daft Punk had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music with their previous albums, particularly the critically acclaimed 'Human After All' (2005). This album marked their return after an eight-year hiatus and represented a shift towards live instrumentation and collaborations with legendary artists, showcasing their artistic evolution.

Who is Random Access Memories for?

Random Access Memories works well if you're into steady danceable grooves unfold, immersive listening with gradual build and celebratory moments of joy.

How many songs are on Random Access Memories?

Random Access Memories has 13 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·74:37

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Give Life Back to Music 4:35
  • 2 The Game of Love 5:22
  • 3 Giorgio by Moroder Standout 9:04
  • 4 Within 3:48
  • 5 Instant Crush 5:37
  • 6 Lose Yourself to Dance Standout 5:53
  • 7 Touch 8:18
  • 8 Get Lucky Standout 6:09
  • 9 Beyond 4:50
  • 10 Motherboard 5:41
  • 11 Fragments of Time 4:39
  • 12 Doin’ It Right 4:11
  • 13 Contact 6:23

Release Date

May 17, 2013

Genre

electronica, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

France

Runtime

74 min 37 sec