How LCD Soundsystem’s Debut Album Became A Dance-Punk Classic
Released during the “New Rock Revival” era, LCD Soundsystem’s debut album saw punk maverick James Murphy redefine dance music forever.
‘Lost Sirens’: Why New Order’s “Outtakes” Album Stands On Its Own
Dusted down after years ‘in a cupboard’, New Order’s ‘Lost Sirens’ album includes some of the group’s best music.
‘Dutty Rock’: How Sean Paul Took Dancehall Into The Mainstream
Featuring the hit Gimme The Light, the ‘Dutty Rock’ album elevated Sean Paul beyond all other dancehall artists.
‘Electric Café’: How Kraftwerk Took On ‘Techno Pop’
With their position as electro-pop godfathers beyond doubt, Kraftwerk’s ‘Electric Café’ album saw the group respond to the rise of dance music.
‘The Painter’: “I’m Still Finding Out What I Can Do” Says William Orbit
William Orbit’s first new album in eight years, ‘The Painter’ finds him flush with inspiration. ‘I’m full of surprises,’ he tells Dig!
‘Tour De France Soundtracks’: Kraftwerk’s Gear-Changing Final Album
Recorded to mark the 100th year of the iconic cycling tournament, Kraftwerk’s ‘Tour De France Soundtracks’ remains an enduring swansong.
Best Kraftwerk Songs: 20 Great Tracks From The Electro-Pop Godfathers
Pioneering electronic music and the use of experimental synths, the best Kraftwerk songs lit the way for electro-pop, techno and dance.
‘Just A Little More Love’: How David Guetta Stole Club-Goers’ Hearts
A sign of things to come, David Guetta’s debut album, ‘Just A Little More Love’, blended French house music with a growing pop sensibility.
‘The Man-Machine’: How Kraftwerk Assembled An Electro-Pop Classic
Influenced by disco, Kraftwerk’s ‘The Man-Machine’ saw ‘the robots’ take over the dancefloor and pre-empt the rise of synth-pop.
‘Republic’: How New Order Reasserted Their Independence In The 90s
Despite Factory Records’ demise, New Order prevailed and completed a classic album in the shape of ‘Republic’.
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