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Music Is Better

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"Music Is Better"
Single by Rüfüs Du Sol
from the album Inhale / Exhale
Released21 June 2024 (2024-06-21)
Length3:56
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
  • Jon George
  • Tyrone Lindqvist
  • James Hunt
Rüfüs Du Sol singles chronology
"Something in the Way""
(2023)
"Music Is Better"
(2024)
"Lately"
(2024)

"Music Is Better" is a song by Australian alternative dance group Rüfüs Du Sol, released on 21 June 2024 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, Inhale / Exhale. As per a press release, the single "offers a window into a new creative groove for the band."[1]

At the 2024 ARIA Music Awards, the song was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Release and for the group, Best Group.[2]

Reception

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Conor Lochrie from Rolling Stone Australia said "Exploring universal themes including hope, intimacy and connection – pillars of the Rüfüs Du Sol catalogue – 'Music Is Better' is tailor-made for hedonistic festival singalongs."[3]

Mark Mancino from DJ Life Mag said "With 'Music is Better', Rüfüs Du Sol continues to push the boundaries of their sound, showcasing their signature captivating and emotionally resonant sound."[4]

Oliver Tyron from Cultr said "The single is the perfect way to kick start the trio's new project. Tyrone's vocals are a treat, felt through the uplifting progressive production."[5]

Track listings

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Digital single
No.TitleLength
1."Music Is Better"3:56
Digital single (Remixes)
No.TitleLength
1."Music Is Better" (Maxi Meraki remix)6:55
2."Music Is Better" (Club edit)5:31
3."Music Is Better"3:56

Charts

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Weekly chart performance for "Music Is Better"
Chart (2024) Peak
position
Australia Artist Singles (ARIA)[6] 17
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[7] 18
US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard)[8] 35

References

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  1. ^ "Listen to Rüfüs Du Sol's New Single in Three Years". EDM. 21 June 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
  2. ^ "ARIA Awards 2024 nominations — everything you need to know". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
  3. ^ "'Music Is Better' Now That RÜFÜS DU SOL Have Returned". Rolling Stone Australia. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
  4. ^ Mancino, Mark (21 June 2022). "Rüfüs Du Sol Return with New Single "Music Is Better"". Dj Life Magazine. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
  5. ^ "The New Age of Rüfüs Du Sol". Cultr. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
  6. ^ "ARIA Australian Artist Singles Chart" (PDF). ARIA Charts. 1 July 2024. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
  7. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 1 July 2024. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
  8. ^ "Rufus Du Sol Chart History (Hot Dance/Electronic Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved 14 November 2024.