Revolution

Released in 2013, Revolution serves as a bridge between Diplo's underground Mad Decent roots and his eventual status as a global pop polymath. The EP is notable for its heavy lean into the 'Trap' phenomenon that dominated the electronic landscape at the time, specifically through tracks like the title song and 'Crown.' However, Diplo distinguishes the project by incorporating elements of New Orleans Bounce, particularly on 'Biggie Bounce,' which features Anglow-vocalist Travis Porter. This fusion of regional hip-hop styles with EDM production techniques became a hallmark of the Mad Decent sound. The project also functions as a showcase for Diplo's collaborative nature, featuring a diverse array of guests including Faustix, Imanos, and Kai. Critically, the EP was viewed as a solid, if brief, distillation of Diplo's ability to identify and amplify emerging club trends for a mass audience. It remains a definitive document of the 'EDM Trap' era, characterized by its high-gloss finish and festival-ready dynamics.