How LCD SOUNDSYSTEM Started Making Music

James Murphy was over 30 years old when he started the disco-funk band, LCD Soundsystem. This is the story of a man who was afraid of failing so he did nothing -- but dream big.

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In this video essay I talk about the beginnings of LCD Soundsystem and the making of the following albums:
LCD Soundsystem
Sound of Silver
This Is Happening
American Dream

LCD Soundsystem sprung from fear. Let me explain. You see, in the early 2000s New York was going through a “rock renaissance.” Interpol, The Strokes and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs were just starting out. But they were all very nostalgic for New York’s past, resembling bands like The Ramones, Talking Heads and The Velvet Underground. By no means did that take away from these acts but a young James Murphy saw it as simply following tradition. He dreamed of a different New York, one where the sounds clashed, new musical styles originated and the people danced. Murphy sought to reinvent New York’s legacy, but he didn’t know where to begin. Murphy was quickly approaching 30, he couldn’t sing that well nor did he look the part of a frontman.

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Disclaimer:
I do not own any of the videos or music used in this video. They are used for education and discussion purposes.