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“Around the World”—Daft Punk

Jul 12, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Uncool Entry to Daft Punk

  • Rob Harvilla came to Daft Punk via "Elektronica", a music magazine phenomenon.
  • He felt Fatboy Slim's music was designed for rock fans with little dance music experience.
INSIGHT

Fatboy Slim's Fusion

  • Fatboy Slim's music blends dance, rock, punk rock, and jock jams elements.
  • This fusion aimed to introduce dance music to a broader audience, soothing trepidatious listeners.
ANECDOTE

Americanized Propellerheads

  • Harvilla and his friend enjoyed "You Want It Back" by Propellerheads featuring the Jungle Brothers.
  • They later discovered this song was only on the American version of the album, suggesting targeted pandering.
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