Daft Punk's "Discovery" is the second studio album by the French electronic music duo. It was released on March 12, 2001, by Virgin Records.
Background and Production: The album features a distinctive blend of house, techno, and funk, with influences from 1970s and 1980s disco, soul, and R&B music. The album was produced in collaboration with many other artists, including Romanthony, DJ Sneak, and Todd Edwards.
Tracklist: The album features 14 tracks, including some of Daft Punk's most iconic songs. Here is the tracklist for "Discovery":
- "One More Time"
- "Aerodynamic"
- "Digital Love"
- "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger"
- "Crescendolls"
- "Nightvision"
- "Superheroes"
- "High Life"
- "Something About Us"
- "Voyager"
- "Veridis Quo"
- "Short Circuit"
- "Face to Face"
- "Too Long"
Reception and Legacy: "Discovery" received critical acclaim upon its release, with many critics praising its blend of electronic and pop music. It has since become a landmark album in the electronic dance music genre and is widely considered one of Daft Punk's best works.
The album's lead single, "One More Time," became a massive commercial success, reaching the top ten in several countries and becoming one of the most well-known electronic dance music tracks of all time. Other tracks on the album, including "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger" and "Digital Love," have also become iconic and have been frequently sampled and remixed by other artists.
Overall, "Discovery" is a timeless classic that continues to influence electronic dance music to this day. It remains one of Daft Punk's most popular and beloved works and a must-have for any fan of the genre.
