Daft Punk continue celebration of Random Access Memories with ‘Drumless Version’
Going on two-plus years since Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, better known as Daft Punk, announced their official breakup as a duo, the group continues to forge their own path forward and redefine the rules of dance music. Throughout 2023, the robots have been celebrating a decade since the release of their final album, Random Access Memories, and now
Daft Punk ‘Around the World’: A Timeless Electronic Anthem
In the realm of electronic music, few tracks have left as indelible a mark as Daft Punk timeless hit "Around the World." Released in April 1997 as the second single from their debut studio album, "Homework," the song quickly became a global phenomenon, dominating dance charts and earning its place as a classic in the electronic music canon. Subscribe to We Rave
Daft Punk continue drumless rollout with release of ‘Motherboard’: Listen
Most producers and fans of electronic music would certainly point to the importance of the percussion of a track, the driving energy of a kick drum, contrasted with the snare hits and cymbals is what gives the music its groove and energy. Of course, Daft Punk aren't most producers, and their decision to release a drumless edition of their final
Daft Punk release new exclusive merchandise with Spotify
Daft Punk announced a new exclusive merchandise drop only available on Spotify to celebrate the 10th anniversary of "Random Access Memories" of their final studio album. Since Daft Punk announced their heartbreaking split in 2021, they are back to announce a collaboration with Spotify as a part of their 'Spotify Capsule Collection' series where they collaborate with many big artists to offer
Pharrell Williams reflects on his time working with Daft Punk: Watch
When Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo decided to hang up their helmets and retire from Daft Punk, the world was saddened and stunned, but the duo have opened the vaults in years since, giving fans an in-depth look at the group like never before. Part of the duo's latest archival release has come in the form of Memory Tapes,
French House: A Timeless Groove with Rich Origins
In the dynamic world of electronic music, a genre emerged in the 1990s that would forever change the landscape of dance music: French House, also known as French Touch, filter house, or tekfunk. Rooted in the rich tapestry of European disco and American dance music, French House has become a defining strand of the late 1990s and 2000s European Electronic
Daft Punk unveils Drumless Edition of ‘Random Access Memories’ for 10th anniversary
Daft Punk, the iconic electronic duo that has revolutionised the music industry over the years, is set to continue their 10th-anniversary celebration of "Random Access Memories" this November with a unique twist - a "drumless edition" of their Grammy-winning 2013 album. Scheduled for release on November 17, "Random Access Memories (Drumless Edition)" is a reimagined version of the original LP. It
deadmau5 recalls entering Daft Punk’s dressing room and finding two shirtless Frenchmen
Sometimes the most intriguing moments happen when the cameras aren't rolling. deadmau5 recently shared a captivating story about an unexpected encounter with the enigmatic duo, Daft Punk, offering fans a glimpse behind the helmets. The story begins with deadmau5 walking into a shared dressing room that belonged to him and Daft Punk. However, what he stumbled upon was beyond his expectations.
The Weeknd pauses on collaborations until Daft Punk reunite
Amidst the anticipation of Daft Punk's reunion, The Weeknd has temporarily paused his collaborations. Famed pop music sensation The Weeknd has revealed his plan to temporarily refrain from pursuing new collaborations, a decision contingent upon the highly anticipated reunion of the iconic Daft Punk duo. his announcement comes on the heels of his show at the 'After Hours Til Dawn' event in Warsaw.
Daft Punk reveal that ‘Homework’ & ‘Discovery’ albums were recorded in a bedroom
in the lore and legacy of Daft Punk, few things seem impossible and rumors and mysteries always have the potential of holding a bit of truth. In a recent interview, one half of the duo, Thomas Bangalter confirmed one long-standing rumor to be true regarding the recording process for the duo's iconic first two albums. Fans have speculated that the first
Thomas Bangalter discusses Daft Punk legacy and solo aspirations: Interview
Daft Punk unmasked: Thomas Bangalter reveals candid insights on duo's split, musical origins, and the future of his solo journey in exclusive BBC interview. In a recent BBC radio interview with 6Music's Matt Everitt for 'The First Time' series, Thomas Bangalter, one-half of the iconic electronic duo Daft Punk, delved into the decision to part ways, their musical origins, artistic vision, and
“Face To Face” by Daft Punk: Iconic Samples Revealed
Daft Punk fans have tirelessly sought the source of samples used in the duo's 2001 hit "Face To Face" for years. Now, Todd Edwards, a regular collaborator, has finally spilled the secret by presenting the actual floppy disk containing the elusive samples. The track "Face To Face" is known to feature a staggering 70 samples, a fact confirmed by Todd Edwards,
Daft Punk producer makes appearance on new Travis Scott album
When the robots of Daft Punk announced that they would be hanging up their helmets and disbanding back in 2021, fans and fellow musicians around the globe mourned the end of the duo while wondering what projects the two men behind the masks would take on next. In between a plethora of archival material and remastered releases, fans are finally
Daft Punk ‘Random Access Memories (10th Anniversary Edition)’ becomes top 10 best-selling vinyl on Discogs
Daft Punk's critically acclaimed album "Random Access Memories" celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special edition vinyl release. This remarkable edition has quickly climbed the charts on Discogs, becoming the 6th best-selling vinyl in May. In addition, other notable albums such as Tina Turner's "Private Dancer," Chet Baker's "Chet," and Van Halen's "Live: Right Here Right Now" were also among the
Daft Punk ‘Discovery’ Vinyl Sells for a Staggering $3,617 at Discogs
Vinyl records have experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, with collectors and music enthusiasts seeking out rare and iconic releases. In May 2023, one particular vinyl album made waves in the music community when it sold for a staggering $3,617 on the renowned marketplace, Discogs. The album in question was none other than Daft Punk's 'Discovery.' Released in 2001,