During the band's final years, Murphy was accompanied by Al Doyle (guitar, percussion -- also of Hot Chip), Tyler Pope (!!! / Out Hud) (bass), Nancy Whang (keyboards) and Pat Mahoney (drums). Members that played live with Murphy under the LCD Soundsystem name before this time include Phil Mossman (guitar, percussion) and Phil Skarich (bass).
LCD Soundsystem gained attention with its first single, "Losing My Edge". The song, which sounds like the boastings of a music geek put to an electronic beat, received acclaim in 2002. Murphy released a double album simply titled LCD Soundsystem in February of 2005 to critical acclaim. The first disk of the album contains new music and the second contains re-releases of songs previously released as singles. The opening track "Daft Punk Is Playing At My House" entered the UK Top 40 in March 2005.
On December 8, 2005 the group received nominations for two Grammys in the Electronica category for their self-titled album and in the Dance category for "Daft Punk Is Playing At My House". This album was also chosen as one of Amazon.com's Top 100 Editor's Picks of 2005.
In March 2007, the band released their second album entitled Sound Of Silver. The album has spawned four singles including "North American Scum", "All My Friends", "Someone Great" and "Time To Get Away". Sound Of Silver saw a move towards a more traditional song writing approach whilst still maintaining the production values of their eponymous debut effort. This has resulted in the album appearing in numerous critic's end of year lists and another Grammy nomination for best electronic/dance album of 2007.
On November 18, 2008 Al Doyle seemed to suggest in an interview with 6 Music that the band would soon be discontinued. However, the following day both Doyle and James Murphy quashed this rumor, with Murphy indicating a new LCD Soundsystem album was on the way. Murphy began recording in the summer of 2009 in Los Angeles. Possible song titles mentioned at that time included "Why Do You Hate Music?" and "Love in LA." For the 2009 Record Store Day the band released a cover of Suicide member Alan Vega's song "Bye Bye Bayou".
On February 23, 2010, the official LCD Soundsystem website announced that the album had been completed. The first single was set to be "Drunk Girls" and on March 25, a stream of the song was put on music site One Thirty BPM. The title of the album and the cover were revealed on the DFA site on March 30. The album, titled This Is Happening, was released in the UK on May 17, 2010 and in the US on May 18, 2010. Prior to the release Murphy promised that it will be "definitely better than the other two." Murphy also stated that it was likely to be the last LCD Soundsystem album.
On February 5th, 2011, Murphy announced the band's breakup, citing an interest in pursuing other projects as a record producer. The same day, the band's final performance was announced -- their biggest headlining show ever at New York's Madison Square Garden on April 2nd of 2011. In the show's controversial onsale, the arena sold out in seconds due to scalpers allegedly buying tickets in mass amounts, and denying the opportunity for most fans to buy tickets. After public outrage, the band announced four more shows at New York's Terminal 5, to take place the week before the final show at MSG.
On January 5th, 2016, James announced the band's reunion, a new album to be released 2016, and a tour, "not just playing coachella. we’re playing all over".
Official site: http://lcdsoundsystem.com
Daft Punk Is Playing at My House
LCD Soundsystem Lyrics
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I'll show you the ropes, kid, show you the ropes
Got a bus and a trailer at my house, my house
I'll show you the ropes, kid, show you the ropes
I bought fifteen cases for my house, my house
All the furniture is in the garage
Well Daft Punk is playing at my house, my house
You got to set them up, kid, set them up
You got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
Got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
You got to set them up, set them up
You got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
You got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
You got to set them up, set them up
(Solo)
Well everybody's lined up in my house, my house
And Sarah's girlfriend is working the door
Got everybody's PA in my house, my house
All the robots descend from the bus
There's a freak out brewing in my house, my house
In the basement
'Cause Daft Punk is playing at my house, my house
You got to set them up, kid, set them up
You got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
You got to set 'em up, ooh ooh yeah
You got to set them up, set them up
And never, never let them go
No, never, never, never let them go
Never, never, never let them go
Let them go
Downtown
The song 'Daft Punk is Playing at my House' by LCD Soundsystem is a dance-punk track that describes a house party hosted by the singer where Daft Punk, the French electronic music duo, are performing. The lyrics describe how the house is all set up for the event, with a bus and trailer parked outside, fifteen cases of beverages purchased, and all the furniture stored away in the garage. The singer takes on the role of host and offers to show the ropes to someone as they set up the concert. The entire neighborhood is aware of the concert, and people start lining up at the door to gain access. The song climaxes as everyone descends to the basement as Daft Punk begins their gig.
The song is an ode to early electronic dance music and the desire to have a big party with live music. James Murphy, the frontman for LCD Soundsystem, wrote the song in tribute to Daft Punk and the music scene in New York City, where many DJs and musicians would hold house parties to showcase their work. The lyrics talk about how the event came to be, the preparations, the anticipation, the excitement, and the experience when Daft Punk starts playing. The song is both an invitation to enjoy the party but also a bit of a cautionary tale for those who might underestimate the power of a great party.
Line by Line Meaning
Well Daft Punk is playing at my house, my house
I am hosting a party where Daft Punk is performing live.
I'll show you the ropes, kid, show you the ropes
I'll teach you how to party hard and enjoy the music.
Got a bus and a trailer at my house, my house
Daft Punk arrived at my house in a tour bus with their equipment.
I'll show you the ropes, kid, show you the ropes
I'll teach you how to party hard and enjoy the music.
I bought fifteen cases for my house, my house
I stocked up on alcohol for the party.
All the furniture is in the garage
I cleared the space in my house to make room for the party.
You got to set them up, kid, set them up
I need someone to help me set up the equipment for Daft Punk's performance.
Well everybody's lined up in my house, my house
The guests are already arriving and lining up outside my house.
And Sarah's girlfriend is working the door
One of my friends, Sarah's girlfriend is in charge of managing the guest list and entrance.
Got everybody's PA in my house, my house
I have a public-address system set up in my house for better sound quality.
All the robots descend from the bus
Each member of Daft Punk is referred to as a robot and they are descending from their tour bus.
There's a freak out brewing in my house, my house
The energy and excitement among the guests is building up, and they can't wait for Daft Punk to perform.
'Cause Daft Punk is playing at my house, my house
The reason everyone is excited is that Daft Punk is playing at my party.
You got to set them up, kid, set them up
I still need someone to help me set up the equipment for the performance.
And never, never let them go
I want Daft Punk to stay and play at my party forever.
No, never, never, never let them go
I really don't want Daft Punk to leave my party at any cost.
Never, never, never let them go
I want to keep enjoying their music and never let them leave.
Let them go, Downtown
The song ends, and the narrative shifts to something else happening Downtown.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Jeremiah Murphy
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