72 Minutes of Fame

Dive into the eclectic soundscape of C418's "72 Minutes of Fame," a sprawling journey through the German artist's diverse musical palette. Released on July 19, 2011, this third major full-length album from C418 is a testament to the artist's versatility, spanning genres from ambient and EDM to house, IDM, and orchestral. With a runtime of over an hour, "72 Minutes of Fame" offers an immersive experience, featuring 11 tracks that showcase C418's knack for creating atmospheric, intricate compositions.

The album kicks off with "Timelapse Kingdom," an eight-minute exploration of rhythmic textures and subtle melodies, setting the stage for the varied sounds to come. Standout tracks like "From the Window" and "Along the Busiest of Roads" highlight C418's ability to craft evocative, cinematic soundscapes, while tracks like "I Jike My Lob" and "BD08" delve into more upbeat, dance-oriented territories.

"72 Minutes of Fame" marks a significant point in C418's career, as it was the first album released after the artist quit his job to pursue music full-time. The album's title reflects C418's initial concerns about being pigeonholed as a "one-trick pony" due to his popular Minecraft soundtracks, but the diverse range of styles and influences on display here proves that C418 is far from a one-dimensional artist. Whether you're a longtime fan of C418 or a newcomer to his music, "72 Minutes of Fame" offers a compelling introduction to the artist's unique sonic world.