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M83

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M83 is a French electronic music project formed by Anthony Gonzalez, active since 2001, known for dream-pop, shoegaze-influenced textures and synth-driven albums such as Dead Cities, Hurry Up, We're Dreaming and Saturdays = Youth.

Formed by Anthony Gonzalez; breakout recognition for atmospheric, shoegaze-tinged early albums; "Midnight City" is a notable single from Hurry Up, We're Dreaming; Gonzalez has composed film soundtracks (for example Oblivion).

DeBaser's reviews trace M83's evolution from ethereal, shoegaze-influenced dream pop to bigger, more pop-oriented productions and soundtrack work. Critics praise atmospheric early records and singles like "Midnight City" while expressing concern about increasing commercialisation. Opinions vary widely across albums such as Dead Cities, Saturdays = Youth, Hurry Up, We're Dreaming and Junk.

For:Fans of dream pop, shoegaze, synth-pop, indie electronic music, and listeners tracking the band's shift toward pop and soundtrack work.

 the whispered plea "save me".

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 Midnight City is characterized by dream pop vocals (recalling, among others, Pet Shop Boys and The Alan Parson’s Project), modified voices on the drum machine, funky rhythm, steady beat, sparkling sax solo: one of the best episodes of the album.

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 I don't know when I'll see you again But I know that my love will last for eternity I’ll wait till the stars go dark for you to come back to me

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