Electricity
The Avalanches
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Written by: DARREN SELTMANN, ROBERT CHATER
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10 facts about this song
Album"Electricity" is a song from The Avalanches' debut studio album titled "Since I Left You". Released in 2000, the album was critically acclaimed and won numerous awards.
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Music GenreThe Avalanches are known for their unique sampling style, and "Electricity" is a great example of that, falling under the electronic music genre. It uses elements from a wide range of musical styles such as hip hop, pop, soul, and disco.
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MeaningThe song is about the feeling of euphoria that love can bring, conveyed through its playful and lively sound.
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CompositionThe ease and fluidity of "Electricity" belie the complexity of its construction. The song is composed of numerous sampled components extracted from other musical works.
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AwardsIn 2000, "Electricity" was nominated for an ARIA Music Award for Best Dance Release.
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RecordingThe Avalanches started the recording of the album in 1999 and used a variety of methods to achieve their unique sound, including the use of old vinyl records.
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Sampling"Electricity" contains samples from diverse sources such as "Rapp Dirty" by Blowfly, "Riding High" by Faze-O, and "Love's So Far Away" by Donald Byrds & 125th St, NYC.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has been generally well-received by music critics due to its innovative production, eclectic fusion of genre elements, and its immersive atmosphere.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Electricity" is also noteworthy. Directed by Blue Source, it features surreal scenarios and a distinctive aesthetic that matches the unique sound of The Avalanches.
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Band MembersThe song was produced by Robert Chater and Darren Seltmann, the founding members of The Avalanches. The duo hails from Melbourne, Australia.
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