Venntaur’s Power Up: A French Electro Banger That Still Hits Hard in 2023
Alright, let’s get straight to the point—Venntaur’s Power Up is one of those albums that doesn’t mess around. Released back in 2013 under Carton-Pâte Records (yeah, we’re talking France here), this bad boy slaps harder than a caffeine-fueled DJ at 4 AM. It’s got House vibes, Electro grit, and some Deep House smoothness all rolled into one sweaty package. If you’re looking for soft melodies or chill background music, nah, this ain’t it. This album grabs you by the collar and screams, “Dance, dammit!”
Now, let’s talk tracks because not every song on here is created equal—but trust me, they’re all solid as hell. First up? The title track, "Power-Up." Damn right, it lives up to its name. From the first beat drop, you know Venntaur means business. It’s punchy, relentless, and just chaotic enough to keep your feet moving without overthinking why. There’s something raw about how the synths cut through—it’s like being zapped with electricity but liking it too much to care. You remember this track because it doesn’t hold back; it’s pure energy bottled up and unleashed.
Then there’s "Punch It Huey," which might be my favorite off the record. Why? Because it’s got attitude. Like, serious fuck-you-and-dance attitude. The bassline hits so hard it feels like someone took a sledgehammer to your chest—and honestly, I love it. It’s got this driving rhythm that makes you wanna grab whoever’s closest and shout, “THIS IS IT!” before losing yourself completely. Tracks like this stick with you because they don’t just play—they command attention.
I’ll admit, I didn’t dive deep into "Bear Arms" (pun intended?), but from what I caught, it keeps the vibe alive. Not groundbreaking, but still decent enough to keep the party rolling if you’re spinning this whole thing front-to-back.
Here’s the kicker: listening to Power Up now, almost a decade later, feels kinda nostalgic yet fresh at the same time. Maybe it’s the way Venntaur nailed that balance between chaos and control—or maybe it’s just proof that good electronic music never really dies. Either way, it’s wild to think an album born outta France in 2013 can still slap harder than half the stuff dropping today.
So yeah, check it out if you haven’t already. Just don’t blame me when you find yourself dancing alone in your living room at 2 AM, wondering where the last hour went. Oh, and hey—don’t forget to hydrate. Your body will thank you tomorrow.
