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A man playing guitar, a woman playing the keyboard, and a man singing on stage
LCD Soundsystem performing live at the Roskilde Festival
Studio albums5
Live albums3
Compilation albums1
Singles31
Music videos17
Remix albums4

American rock band LCD Soundsystem has released five studio albums, three extended plays (EP), one compilation album, two remix albums, three live albums, eighteen singles, and fourteen music videos. The music of LCD Soundsystem is a mix of dance music and punk, and contains influences of disco.[1] The band first gained attention when they released the single "Losing My Edge" on DFA Records, which became a well-known indie song in 2002.[2] They then released more singles over the next few years and their self-titled debut album to critical acclaim.[2][3] The album was certified gold in the UK but failed to chart on the US Billboard 200.[4][5]

In 2006, the band released the 46-minute composition "45:33", "a conceptual jogging soundtrack" commissioned by Nike, although frontman James Murphy stated that he wanted to make a long-form record in the style of E2-E4 by Manuel Göttsching.[6] LCD Soundsystem's second full-length album, Sound of Silver, was released to extremely positive reviews from critics[7] and peaked at number 46 on the Billboard 200.[5] Sound of Silver spawned three singles, including "All My Friends", which was named one of the best tracks of the 2000s by Pitchfork and Rolling Stone.[8][9] In 2007 the album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Electronic/Dance Album,[10] and the Shortlist Music Prize.[11] Metacritic reported it to be the tenth best reviewed album of 2007.[12]

LCD Soundsystem released their third studio album, This Is Happening in May 2010. The album was LCD Soundsystem's first to debut in the top ten of the Billboard 200, selling around 31,000 copies in its first week of sales.[13] The band officially disbanded in 2011, after playing their last show at Madison Square Garden.[14] They eventually reunited in late 2015,[15] embarked on a world tour, and released their fourth studio album, American Dream, in September 2017.[16] It went on to become the band's first number-one album in the United States.[5]

Albums

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums with selected chart positions and certifications
Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
(sales thresholds)
US
[5][17]
AUS
[18]
BEL (Fla.)
[19]
CAN
[20]
FRA
[21]
IRE
[22]
NLD
[23]
NZ
[24]
SWE
[25]
UK
[26]
LCD Soundsystem [A] 6 51 17 28 41 20
45:33
  • Released: October 17, 2006
  • Re-released: November 12, 2007
  • Label: DFA, EMI
  • Format: CD, download, vinyl[28]
68 128
Sound of Silver
  • Released: March 12, 2007
  • Label: DFA, Capitol, EMI
  • Format: CD, download, vinyl
46 26 89 14 40 39 60 28
This Is Happening
  • Released: May 17, 2010
  • Label: DFA, Virgin, Parlophone
  • Format: CD, download, vinyl
10 11 37 11 37 9 47 14 32 7
American Dream
  • Released: September 1, 2017
  • Label: DFA, Columbia
  • Format: CD, cassette, download, vinyl
1 10 14 1 19 3 14 9 41 3
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

Compilation albums/EPs

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List of compilation albums/EPs
Title Album details
Confuse the Marketplace
  • Released: December 10, 2007
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: 12"[30]

Remix albums/EPs

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List of remix albums/EPs
Title Album details
Introns
  • Released: March 14, 2006
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: download[31]
A Bunch of Stuff
  • Released: September 18, 2007
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: download[32]
45:33 Remixes
  • Released: September 14, 2009
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: CD, download, vinyl[33]
Some Remixes
  • Released: August 10, 2018
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: download, vinyl

Live albums

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List of live albums and selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
Ele.

[34]
BEL
(Wal.)

[35]
SCO
[36]
London Sessions
  • Released: November 8, 2010
  • Label: DFA
  • Format: CD, Vinyl, download
5
The Long Goodbye: LCD Soundsystem Live at Madison Square Garden 12
Electric Lady Sessions
  • Released: February 8, 2019
  • Label: DFA, Columbia
  • Format: Vinyl, download
146 36

Singles

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List of singles, with selected chart positions, showing year released and album name
Single Release date Format Peak chart positions Album
US
Sales

[37]
US
Elec.

[38]
US
Rock

[39]
AUS
[40]
BEL (Fla.)
[41]
FRA
[21]
IRE
[22]
MEX
[42]
NLD
[23]
UK
[43]
"Losing My Edge"[2] July 8, 2002 12" vinyl [B] 115 Non-album singles[C]
"Give It Up"[46] July 28, 2003 7" vinyl
"Yeah"[46] January 13, 2004 12" vinyl 77
"Movement" November 8, 2004 CD, 7" vinyl 52 LCD Soundsystem
"Daft Punk Is Playing at My House" February 21, 2005 CD, 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 73 56 31 96 29
"Yr City's a Sucker" March 8, 2005 12" vinyl
"Disco Infiltrator" June 6, 2005 CD, 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 49
"Tribulations" September 26, 2005 CD, 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 49 59
"Too Much Love (Rub 'n' Tug Remix)" December 2005 single sided 12" vinyl Introns
"North American Scum" February 26, 2007 CD, 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 74 49 40 Sound of Silver
"All My Friends" May 28, 2007 CD, 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 35 [D] 41
"Daft Punk Is Playing at My House (Soulwax Shibuya Re-Remix)" June 25, 2007 single sided 12" vinyl Most of the Remixes
"No Love Lost" / "Poupée de cire, poupée de son"[47][E] September 17, 2007 7" vinyl Non-album single
"Someone Great""[48] October 22, 2007 CD, 12" vinyl [F] Sound of Silver
"Time to Get Away"[50] February 22, 2008 download
"Big Ideas"[51] August 28, 2008 12" vinyl 21: Music from the Motion Picture
"Bye Bye Bayou"[52] November 7, 2009 12" vinyl 37 [G] Non-album single
"Pow Pow"[54] April 17, 2010 single sided 12" vinyl 50 16 [H] This Is Happening
"Drunk Girls"[56] May 17, 2010 7" vinyl, 12" vinyl 47 10 179
"I Can Change"[57] July 26, 2010 12" vinyl [I] 85 17 [J]
"Throw"[60][K] November 1, 2010 12" vinyl
"Live Alone"[61] April 11, 2011 download [L] Covers
"Christmas Will Break Your Heart"[63][64] December 24, 2015 single sided 7" vinyl 48 Non-album single
"Call the Police" /
"American Dream"[65][M]
May 5, 2017 download 5 26 [N] [O] American Dream
43
"Tonite"[67] August 16, 2017 download 33 [P] 191 43
"Pulse (v.1)"[68] August 31, 2017 download
"Spotify Singles" September 12, 2018 download Electric Lady Sessions
"(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang"[69] November 2, 2018 download
"New Body Rhumba" September 30, 2022 single sided 12" vinyl [Q] [R] Non-album singles
"Pow Pow (Idjut Boys Remix)" March 20, 2024 (Archival: May 14, 2010) 12" vinyl
"X-Ray Eyes" November 1, 2024 12" vinyl TBA
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

Notes

  1. ^ LCD Soundsystem did not enter the US Billboard 200, but peaked at number 16 on the US Heatseekers Albums Chart.[27]
  2. ^ "Losing My Edge" did not enter the Dance/Electronic Songs chart, but peaked at number 9 on the Dance/Electronic Singles Sales chart.[44]
  3. ^ The songs "Losing My Edge", "Give It Up" and "Yeah" were originally released as non-album singles but were later complied on disc two of the album LCD Soundsystem.[45]
  4. ^ "All My Friends" did not enter the Dance/Electronic Songs chart, but peaked at number 10 on the Dance/Electronic Singles Sales chart.[44]
  5. ^ Released as a split single with Arcade Fire.
  6. ^ "Someone Great" did not enter the ARIA Singles Chart, but peaked at number 64 on the ARIA Physical Singles chart.[49]
  7. ^ "Bye Bye Bayou" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 87 on the UK Physical Singles Chart Top 100.[53]
  8. ^ "Pow Pow" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 41 on the UK Physical Singles Chart.[55]
  9. ^ "I Can Change" did not enter the Dance/Electronic Songs chart, but peaked at number 25 on the Dance/Electronic Digital Songs chart.[58]
  10. ^ "I Can Change" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 38 on the UK Physical Singles Chart Top 100.[59]
  11. ^ "Throw" was a bonus track in the iTunes edition of This Is Happening.
  12. ^ "Live Alone" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 22 on the UK Physical Singles Chart Top 100.[62]
  13. ^ "Call the Police" and "American Dream" were released together as a double-A-side single, but entered charts separately.
  14. ^ "Call the Police" did not enter the Ultratop Top 50, but charted as an "extra tip" on the Ultratip chart.[19]
  15. ^ "Call the Police" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 93 on the UK Singles Sales Chart.[66]
  16. ^ "Tonite" did not enter the Ultratop Top 50, but charted as an "extra tip" on the Ultratip chart.[19]
  17. ^ "New Body Rhumba" did not enter the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, but peaked at number 38 on the Adult Alternative Airplay chart.[70]
  18. ^ "New Body Rhumba" did not enter the UK Singles Chart, but peaked at number 100 on the UK Singles Downloads Chart.[71]

Music videos

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List of music videos with director
Title Year Director
"Losing My Edge" 2002 Karen Fischer
Warren Fischer[72]
"Movement"[73] 2004
"Daft Punk Is Playing at My House" 2005 Chris Cairns[72]
"Disco Infiltrator"
"Tribulations" Dougal Wilson[74]
"North American Scum" 2007 Ben Dickinson[75]
"All My Friends" Tom Kuntz[76][77]
"Someone Great" Doug Aitken[78]
"Big Ideas" 2008 Ace Norton[79]
"New York I Love You, But You're Bringing Me Down" Simon Owens[80][81]
"Bye Bye Bayou"[82] 2009
"Drunk Girls" 2010 James Murphy
Spike Jonze[83]
"Pow Pow" David Ayer[84]
"Home" Rich Darge[85]
"Live Alone" (Franz Ferdinand cover) 2011 Lustix[86]
"Tonite" 2017 Joel Kefali[67]
"Oh Baby" 2018 Rian Johnson
"—" denotes music video director is unknown

References

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The discography of , the American project founded by James Murphy in 2002, encompasses four studio albums, three live albums, three extended plays (EPs), two remix albums, and over 20 singles, spanning from their debut single in 2002 through their most recent releases in 2025. 's releases are characterized by their blend of , , and electronic influences, with early output issued primarily through the band's own label in collaboration with Capitol and , before shifting to Virgin and Columbia for later works. The band's initial run concluded with a 2011 farewell performance documented on the live album The Long Goodbye: LCD Soundsystem Live at , following acclaimed studio efforts like the Mercury Prize-nominated Sound of Silver (2007) and (2010). After a five-year hiatus, their reunion yielded the 2017 album , which debuted at number one on the and earned two Grammy nominations, alongside live recordings such as (2019). Recent singles include "x-ray eyes" (2024) and "Home (Tom Sharkett Edit)" (2025), with a fifth studio album in development. Key singles like "Losing My Edge" (2002), "Daft Punk Is Playing at My House" (2005), and "All My Friends" (2007) highlight the project's evolution, often featuring extended remixes and contributing to its cult status in indie and scenes. Compilations such as the 45:33 (2007) and its remix counterpart (2009) further expand the catalog, reflecting Murphy's production ethos and collaborations within the DFA collective. Overall, the discography underscores LCD Soundsystem's impact, with enduring critical praise for tracks that bridge club culture and .

Albums

Studio albums

LCD Soundsystem has released five studio albums since forming in 2002, all primarily produced by frontman James Murphy under his imprint in collaboration with major labels. A sixth studio album is scheduled for release in 2025. These recordings blend , electronic, and elements, often featuring extended tracks and introspective lyrics centered on themes of aging, , and cultural critique. The band's debut marked a breakthrough in the mid-2000s New York dance-punk scene, while subsequent releases built on that foundation with increasing critical and commercial success, culminating in their post-hiatus comeback. The following table summarizes the band's studio albums, including release dates, labels, selected peak chart positions, and certifications where applicable:
TitleRelease DateLabel(s)UK Albums Chart PeakUS Billboard 200 PeakCertifications
January 24, 2005DFA / Capitol#20UK: Gold (100,000 units)
March 12, 2007DFA / Capitol#28#46UK: Gold (100,000 units)
45:33October 17, 2006DFA / #128
May 17, 2010DFA / Virgin#7#10
September 1, 2017DFA / Columbia#3#1
The self-titled debut album, , was produced by James Murphy with contributions from DFA labelmate The Juan MacLean on tracks like "Daft Punk Is Playing at My House," establishing the band's raw, ironic sound through lo-fi electronics and influences. It sold modestly upon release but gained cult status, eventually earning gold certification in the UK for shipments exceeding 100,000 units. In the , it peaked at #16 on the Heatseekers Albums chart, reflecting limited initial mainstream penetration despite strong indie reception. Sound of Silver, the band's sophomore effort, refined the debut's energy with more polished production under Murphy's direction, incorporating live instrumentation and themes of friendship and mortality in songs like "All My Friends." It achieved stronger chart performance, debuting at #28 on the and #46 on the , with additional peaks at #1 on the US Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album received UK gold certification in 2013 for over 100,000 units shipped. Released between the first two full-lengths, 45:33 was a commissioned 46-minute continuous piece created by specifically for Nike's Original Run series, designed as workout music with evolving sections blending , , and ambient electronics to match running paces. Lacking traditional song structures, it peaked at #128 on the but did not enter major charts; it was later reissued as a standalone , highlighting Murphy's experimental side outside standard formats. The third album, , co-produced by and recorded in New York and , featured collaborations with band members like Nancy Whang on vocals and emphasized longer, groove-oriented tracks such as "Dance Yrself Clean." It marked the band's commercial peak pre-hiatus, reaching #7 in the UK and #10 on the US —its highest US position at the time—while topping the Dance/Electronic Albums chart. Following the band's 2011 disbandment and 2015 reformation, represented a triumphant return, produced by with the full band in over two years, incorporating orchestral elements and reflections on loss in tracks like "tonite." It debuted at #3 on the and #1 on US , also topping the Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album's success underscored LCD Soundsystem's enduring influence in electronic and alternative music.

Live albums

LCD Soundsystem has released three live albums, each capturing distinct phases of the band's career through in-studio or performances that highlight their energetic presence and evolving setlists. These releases emphasize raw, unpolished interpretations of their material, often featuring extended improvisations or unique arrangements not found on studio recordings. The band's first live , The London Sessions, was recorded in a single day on June 29, 2010, at The Pool studio within in , serving as an intimate in-studio session that revisits tracks from their early catalog. Released digitally on November 9, 2010, via DFA and , with a vinyl edition following in 2011, the peaked at number 5 on the US Dance/Electronic Albums chart. It features nine tracks performed with a sense of urgency reflective of the band's pre-hiatus intensity, including live-only extensions on songs like "All My Friends." The track listing is as follows:
No.TitleDuration
1Us v Them5:20
2All I Want6:38
3Drunk Girls4:07
4Get Innocuous!4:16
5Daft Punk Is Playing at My House5:11
6All My Friends7:39
7Pow Pow5:24
8I Can Change6:11
9Yr City's a Sucker6:27
(Total length: 51:13) The Long Goodbye: LCD Soundsystem Live at Madison Square Garden, released on April 21, 2014, via DFA and Columbia Records (with international distribution through Parlophone and Warner Bros.), documents the band's purported final performance on April 2, 2011, during a four-night residency at the iconic New York venue. This unabridged, nearly four-hour recording captures the emotional weight of the farewell shows, with 28 tracks spanning their discography and guest appearances, such as Reggie Watts on saxophone for "All My Friends," alongside improvisational flourishes in the marathon set. It reached number 12 on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart and number 96 on the UK Albums Chart. The track listing includes:
  1. Dance Yrself Clean
  2. Drunk Girls
  3. I Can Change
  4. Time to Get Away
  5. Get Innocuous!
  6. All My Friends (feat. )
  7. Pow Pow
  8. Tribulations
  9. Movement
  10. Yeah
  11. Someone Great
  12. All I Want
  13. Stadsvidskan (Interpol cover)
  14. 45:33 (excerpts)
  15. Spins Around the Floor (Al Usher cover)
  16. One Touch
  17. Home
  18. Bye Bye Bayou (Alan Toussaint cover)
  19. You Wanted a Hit
  20. Tyranny
  21. New York, I Love You but You're Bringing Me Down
  22. (feat. Nancy Whang)
  23. Beat Connection
(Total length: 3:00:29) , issued on February 8, 2019, through DFA and , consists of live in-studio recordings made January 19–21, 2018, at New York's , focusing primarily on tracks from the 2017 album alongside select classics and covers. This showcases a more reflective, stripped-back approach with intimate arrangements, such as the extended build in "You Wanted a Hit" and covers of Chic's "I Want Your Love" and Heaven 17's "(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang," highlighting the band's post-reformation cohesion. It charted at number 146 in () and number 36 on the Scottish Albums Chart. The track listing is:
No.TitleDuration
1Seconds5:09
26:04
3You Wanted a Hit7:53
4Get Innocuous!6:17
56:40
6I Used to4:37
7Tonite5:38
8Home6:11
9I Want Your Love ( cover)4:14
10Emotional Haircut5:16
11Oh Baby6:06
12(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang ( cover)4:01
(Total length: 68:06)

Remix albums

LCD Soundsystem has released four remix albums, each compiling reinterpreted versions of their tracks by notable electronic and producers, reflecting the band's roots in the DFA label's ethos. These collections emphasize transformative reworkings suited for club environments, often extending original compositions with extended builds, dub elements, and altered rhythms. Released primarily through DFA, the albums highlight James Murphy's collaborative approach to remixing, prioritizing dancefloor utility over fidelity to the source material. The debut remix album, Introns, was issued as a digital download in March 2006 by DFA and . It features remixes of tracks from the band's self-titled debut , alongside select B-sides, with contributions from artists including , Tiga, Lindstrøm, and . Standout reworkings include "Daft Punk Is Playing at My House ( Shibuya Mix)," which amplifies the original's funk with layered percussion and a pulsating , and "Tribulations (Tiga's Out of the Trance Closet Mix)," transforming the track into a -infused cut. The underscores DFA's philosophy of remixing as an extension of live performance energy, with no physical formats initially available and no chart entries recorded. A Bunch of Stuff, released on September 18, 2007, via as a digital EP, compiles remixes from the era. It includes reworkings such as "All My Friends (Franz Ferdinand Version)" by Franz Ferdinand, "Get Innocuous! ( Remix)," and "Sound of Silver (C2 Rmx Rev.3)" by C2, extending tracks with additional electronic layers and alternative interpretations suited for DJ sets. The release did not chart but further exemplified the band's engagement. In September 2009, 45:33 Remixes followed on DFA, compiling reworkings of the band's 2006 Nike-commissioned mix album 45:33. Released as a CD digipak and series of 12-inch singles, it includes versions by producers such as Runaway, Prince Language, Prins Thomas, and . For instance, the "Prins Thomas Diskomiks" extends the original's grooves into a cosmic, iterative loop ideal for extended DJ sets, while 's remix adds swing and improvisational flair. Though rooted in remixing a pre-existing mix rather than individual , the project aligns with Murphy's interest in fluid, non-linear evolution, and it achieved no significant chart performance. The most recent entry, Some Remixes, arrived digitally in August 2018 via DFA as a three-track EP tied to the era. It spotlights reworkings by Dixon and Lovefingers, including "i used to (dixon retouch)," which reimagines the original's introspective as a hypnotic track with subtle vocal manipulations, and dual versions of "oh baby" by Lovefingers—one and one dub—infusing the song with Italo-disco vibes and echoing delays. Exclusive to streaming platforms initially, the release exemplifies post-reformation LCD Soundsystem's continued embrace of to bridge tracks with club scenes, without entering major charts.

Compilation albums

LCD Soundsystem's compilation efforts are limited, with no standalone album of original tracks released to date. However, the band's 2005 debut studio , LCD Soundsystem, was issued in several editions featuring a bonus disc that functions as an early compilation of their pre-album singles and B-sides. This bonus CD includes key early releases such as "Losing My Edge" (2002), "Beat Connection" (2002), "Give It Up" (2002), "Tired" (2002), and "Yr City's a Sucker" (2003), all original versions produced by James Murphy and The . Released by and , the disc provides a thematic collection of the band's initial output, capturing their raw, lo-fi aesthetic before the polished production of full-length . These tracks, originally issued as limited-edition 12-inch singles, highlight LCD Soundsystem's roots in New York City's underground scene and were instrumental in building their cult following. The bonus compilation did not chart independently but contributed to the debut album's commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the .

Extended plays

Pre-hiatus extended plays

LCD Soundsystem released three extended plays prior to their 2011 disbandment, all issued through and emblematic of the band's early experimental sound. These releases captured James Murphy's production style, blending influences with electronic grooves, and played a key role in establishing the project's underground buzz in New York City's music scene before the full-length debut album's commercial breakthrough. The self-titled LCD Soundsystem EP, released on October 24, 2005, in the United Kingdom and November 22, 2005, in the United States, compiled the band's initial singles into a cohesive four-track package. Available in 12-inch vinyl, , and digital formats, it was produced by at the DFA studio in , emphasizing raw, club-ready tracks that highlighted his satirical lyrics and pulsating rhythms. The track listing includes: " Is Playing at My House" (5:11), "Tribulations" (3:37), "On Repeat" (3:58), and "Disco Infiltrator" (4:53). While the EP as a whole did not chart, its components performed well as singles; " Is Playing at My House" peaked at number 29 on the UK Singles Chart (3 weeks), and "Tribulations" reached number 59 (1 week), contributing to the band's rising visibility in indie and dance circles. Following the debut album's success, 45:33 marked a departure into ambient, continuous composition, originally commissioned by Nike as a 45-minute workout track for their Nike+ Original Run series. Debuting digitally on October 17, 2006, as a single unbroken piece titled "45:33" (45:33 in duration), it was later reissued on November 12, 2007, in physical formats including and double 12-inch vinyl, divided into four segments for broader accessibility: "45:33 (Part 1)" (9:25), "Freak Out/Starry Eyes" (12:00), "45:33 (Part 2)" (13:10), and "45:33 (Part 3)" (11:52). Produced by with contributions from DFA collaborators, the EP's seamless, evolving structure drew from disco and ambient influences, designed to sync with running rhythms via integration. Though it did not enter major charts, its innovative tie-in with Nike amplified cultural reach, positioning as pioneers in merging music with branding and foreshadowing their experimental edge. In 2007, the band released A Bunch of Stuff, a digital-only EP exclusive to , compiling remixes, covers, and alternate versions from the era. Issued on September 18, 2007, it features six tracks totaling around 51 minutes, including the Franz Ferdinand cover of "All My Friends" (5:53), remix of "Get Innocuous!" (10:01), and other reworkings like "Sound of Silver (C2 Rmx Rev.3)" (9:21). This EP served as a companion to the album's singles, offering fans extended club mixes and collaborations that extended the project's aesthetic without charting on major lists. These EPs were instrumental in cultivating hype around the band, with the 2005 release solidifying Murphy's reputation through viral singles that bridged underground clubs and mainstream radio, while 45:33 demonstrated artistic ambition beyond traditional song structures, attracting attention from fitness and tech audiences alike. A Bunch of Stuff further enriched the catalog with ties. Several tracks from the LCD Soundsystem EP, such as "Tribulations" and "Disco Infiltrator," were later reincorporated into the band's debut .

Post-reformation extended plays

Following their reformation in 2016, LCD Soundsystem has not released any extended plays, with the band's post-hiatus catalog emphasizing full-length studio albums such as American Dream (2017) and live recordings like Electric Lady Sessions (2019). This scarcity of EPs contrasts with their pre-hiatus period, where shorter formats played a key role in building their early sound. Instead, promotional efforts have centered on standalone singles, including "new body rhumba" in 2022 and "x-ray eyes" in 2024, often tied to tour announcements and upcoming album cycles. As of November 2025, no new extended plays have been announced or issued, reflecting a shift toward more expansive album-oriented releases in their mature phase.

Singles

Pre-2011 singles

LCD Soundsystem's pre-2011 singles marked the band's rise in the indie and scenes, beginning with their debut release in 2002 and culminating in 2010 promotions from their third studio album. Issued mainly on during their early years and later through , these singles often appeared in 12-inch vinyl formats with extended mixes and B-sides that highlighted James Murphy's production style blending , , and electronic elements. The debut single "Losing My Edge" circulated virally in communities prior to its official release, establishing Murphy's satirical lyricism and DFA's raw sound as cornerstones of the early dance revival. Subsequent releases from their self-titled debut and albums achieved moderate commercial success on the UK Singles Chart, while tracks like "Daft Punk Is Playing at My House" crossed over to broader audiences, peaking at number 29. No major certifications were awarded to these singles, though several, including "Tribulations" and "All My Friends," received critical acclaim for their infectious grooves and emotional depth. The following table lists the band's pre-2011 singles in chronological order, including key release details and chart performance where applicable. Many were later included on studio albums, with B-sides offering exclusive mixes or instrumental tracks.
TitleRelease DateLabelFormatUK Singles Chart PeakB-Sides/Notes
Losing My EdgeJuly 2002DFA12" vinylDid not chart"Beat Connection"; influential debut single that gained underground buzz before album inclusion on LCD Soundsystem (2005)
YeahJanuary 12, 2004DFA12" vinyl, digital#77"Yeah (Pretentious Version)," "Yeah (Crass Version)"; double A-side style release, later on LCD Soundsystem (2005)
MovementNovember 8, 2004DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, CD#52"Yr City's a Sucker"; from LCD Soundsystem (2005) era
Daft Punk Is Playing at My HouseFebruary 21, 2005DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, CD, digital#29"Thrills"; lead single from LCD Soundsystem (2005), highest-charting pre-2011 release in UK; peaked at #7 on US Dance/Electronic Singles Sales chart
Disco InfiltratorJune 6, 2005DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, CD#49"Slowdive"; from LCD Soundsystem (2005); Boys Noize remix on CD
TribulationsSeptember 26, 2005DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, CD, digital#59"Tribulations (Boys Noize Vox Remix)"; from LCD Soundsystem (2005), noted for its punk-disco hybrid
North American ScumFebruary 25, 2007DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, digital#40"Hipp Song"; lead single from Sound of Silver (2007)
All My FriendsMay 28, 2007DFA/Capitol12" vinyl, CD, digital#41"All My Friends (LA River EP version)"; from Sound of Silver (2007), praised for its euphoric build-up
Someone GreatOctober 22, 2007DFA/CapitolDigital, CDDid not chart"Somebody's Calling Me" (with Nancy Whang); from Sound of Silver (2007)
Get Innocuous!April 7, 2008DFA/CapitolDigitalDid not chartInstrumental mixes; from Sound of Silver (2007), released as a single in select regions
Drunk GirlsApril 12, 2010DFA/Virgin12" vinyl, digitalDid not chart"Drunk Girls (Video Version)," "Boombox 1"; lead single from This Is Happening (2010)
I Can ChangeJuly 2010DFA/VirginDigitalDid not chart"I Can Change (Andre Bratten Remix)"; from This Is Happening (2010)
Pow PowOctober 2010DFA/VirginDigital#122Remix versions; final pre-hiatus single from This Is Happening (2010)
These singles often featured collaborations with DFA affiliates and remixes by artists like , emphasizing the label's role in the band's sound. While UK chart performance provided visibility, the US impact was stronger in dance and alternative radio formats, with several tracks appearing on Billboard's Dance/Electronic charts without reaching the Hot 100. The B-sides, such as "Beat Connection" and "Hercules Theme," were compiled on bonus discs or EPs, extending the singles' lifespan in DJ sets and fan collections.

2017–present singles

Following the band's reformation in 2015, LCD Soundsystem's singles from 2017 onward marked a return to sporadic but impactful releases, often tied to album cycles or special projects, with an evolved sound incorporating longer, more introspective elements. The initial wave supported their fourth studio album , while later singles included film contributions, tour promotions, and teasers for new material, reflecting a shift toward digital-first distribution with limited physical editions. The lead single "Call the Police" / "American Dream" was released on May 5, 2017, via DFA Records under exclusive license to Columbia Records, as a digital double A-side. It peaked at number 26 on the US Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. Formats included digital download and streaming, with no initial physical release. "Tonite" followed on August 16, 2017, also through DFA and Columbia, serving as the second single from American Dream. The track reached number 33 on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Songs chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018. It was issued digitally, emphasizing its disco-influenced production. "Oh Baby," the album's opening track, was later promoted as a single on September 20, 2018, via the same labels. It charted on the UK Singles Chart and amassed over 79 million streams on Spotify as of November 2025. A music video directed by Rian Johnson was released in September 2018, featuring actress Sissy Spacek. In 2022, "New Body Rhumba" debuted as a digital single on September 30 via DFA and Columbia, written specifically for Noah Baumbach's film White Noise. A limited-edition 12-inch vinyl followed in April 2023, single-sided at 45 RPM with a poster sleeve. The track served as a promotional piece during the band's 20-show Brooklyn Steel residency that fall, marking their first original material since 2017. "X-Ray Eyes" emerged as the for the band's forthcoming fifth studio album on November 1, 2024, released digitally via , with a limited hand-silkscreened 12-inch vinyl edition available from November 11, 2024. It premiered on on October 22, 2024, and has been performed live during fall tour dates. As of November 2025, the fifth studio album has not been released, and major chart positions for the single remain pending. Most recently, "Home (Tom Sharkett Edit)"—a remix of the 2010 track from This Is Happening by producer Tom Sharkett of WH Lung—was issued on June 20, 2025, through DFA and Parlophone Records. Available digitally and as a single-sided 12-inch vinyl at 45 RPM (including vocal and instrumental versions), it originated as a bootleg played on NTS before official release, with no major chart entries reported yet.

Music videos

Music videos for pre-2011 singles

LCD Soundsystem's music videos for their pre-2011 singles captured the band's raw energy and ironic humor, often featuring low-budget creativity that evolved into more elaborate productions, helping to solidify their underground appeal during the mid-2000s indie dance explosion. Released alongside the singles on platforms such as YouTube and MTV, these visuals emphasized themes of party culture, loss, and absurdity, drawing from the band's DFA Records roots in New York City's club scene. The videos contributed to the group's cult status by showcasing James Murphy's charismatic presence and the band's DIY ethos, which resonated with fans before their 2011 hiatus. The debut single "Losing My Edge" (2002) featured a video directed by , depicting in a surreal, lo-fi narrative of hipster anxiety and musical one-upmanship, setting the tone for the band's self-deprecating style. For "Daft Punk Is Playing at My House" (2005), directed a comedic homage to 's iconic videos like "Da Funk" and "Around the World," showing a warehouse party with robotic elements and chaotic dancing that mirrored the song's euphoric vibe. "Tribulations" (2005) was helmed by , presenting a straightforward clip with in a stark setting, highlighting the track's pulsating disco-punk drive through simple, energetic visuals that evoked club isolation. The video for "All My Friends" (2007), directed by , consisted of a single, unbroken shot of in tribal face paint singing directly to the camera, creating an intimate, emotional of and that amplified the song's introspective build. "Someone Great" (2007) featured direction by artist Doug Aitken, who crafted an abstract, melancholic piece blending urban landscapes and personal reflection, underscoring themes of loss—whether romantic or existential—through hazy, evocative imagery. In 2010, "Pow Pow" from This Is Happening was directed by David Ayer, starring Anna Kendrick as a soul-stealing femme fatale in a gritty, noir-inspired tale of power and humility, complete with shadowy pursuits and stylish wardrobe changes that added a cinematic flair to the album's raw edge. The standout "Drunk Girls" (2010), co-directed by and , delivered anarchic comedy with the band assaulted by rampaging pandas in human suits, incorporating celebrity cameos from , , and to satirize party excess; the video earned a nomination for Best Art Direction at the . These early videos transitioned from lo-fi experimentation to higher-production satire, mirroring LCD Soundsystem's growth and enhancing their reputation for blending humor with emotional depth in the pre-hiatus era.

Music videos for 2017–present singles

Following their 2011 hiatus, LCD Soundsystem's music videos for singles from 2017 onward reflect a shift toward more cinematic and narrative-driven productions, often exploring themes of , aging, and existential uncertainty that align with the band's post-reformation sound. These videos, primarily tied to the 2017 album , emphasize high-concept storytelling and collaborations with acclaimed filmmakers, contrasting the raw, DIY energy of earlier works. While not every single received a dedicated video—many relied on live performances or audio releases—the available visuals have garnered significant streaming attention, with millions of views on platforms like . As of November 2025, LCD Soundsystem has not released any new official since 2018, with recent promotions focusing on live performances, audio releases, and teasers amid touring and preparations for their fifth studio album. The lead single "tonite" from premiered its official video on August 16, 2017, directed by New Zealand filmmaker Joel Kefali. The clip features the band performing amid a whirlwind of spinning household objects and retro-futuristic visuals, evoking a sense of disorientation and relentless motion that mirrors the song's pulsating rhythm and lyrics about fleeting nights. Shot in a single-take style with practical effects, it captures the group's live energy while incorporating nostalgic elements like vinyl records and analog aesthetics. As of late 2025, the video has accumulated over 2.8 million views on the band's channel. In 2018, the track "oh baby"—another single—received a standout video directed by , released on September 27, 2018. This six-minute sci-fi mini-drama stars and as an elderly couple confronting an impending , blending tender domestic scenes with apocalyptic dread to underscore themes of legacy and impermanence. Johnson's direction draws on his experience with genre storytelling, using practical sets and emotional performances to create a poignant that ties into the album's reflections on midlife and mortality. The video has surpassed 7.3 million views on by November 2025, praised for its emotional depth and visual polish. Subsequent singles like "call the police" (2017), "how do you sleep?" (2017), and "new body rhumba" (2022, from the White Noise soundtrack) did not receive official standalone music videos, instead featuring prominent live renditions on shows such as Saturday Night Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and Austin City Limits. These performances, often captured in high-definition broadcasts, served as primary visual promotions, highlighting the band's evolving stage presence with extended improvisations and communal energy. The single "x-ray eyes" (released November 1, 2024) was accompanied by official audio and teaser clips on , but no full materialized as of November 2025, with promotion focusing on lyric visuals and live debuts during the band's tour. The 2025 remix single "Home (Tom Sharkett Edit)," a reworking of the 2010 track, has no official video, though promotional audio snippets and fan-captured live versions of the original have circulated. This scarcity of new videos for recent releases underscores a post-2017 emphasis on touring and audio-first dissemination, with abstract teasers occasionally previewing thematic elements like and urban alienation.
SingleVideo Release DateDirectorKey Thematic ElementsApproximate YouTube Views (as of Nov. 2025)
"tonite" (2017)August 16, 2017Joel KefaliDisorientation, retro nostalgia2.8 million
"oh baby" (2018)September 27, 2018Aging, apocalyptic intimacy7.3 million

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