American Dream (LCD Soundsystem album)

American Dream is the fourth studio album by American rock band LCD Soundsystem, released on September 1, 2017, through Columbia Records and DFA Records. It is the band's first album in seven years, following their supposed farewell concert at Madison Square Garden in 2011 and subsequent disbandment.

The album was produced by James Murphy, the band's frontman, and recorded primarily at his home studio in Brooklyn, New York. American Dream explores themes of aging, loss, anxiety, and the complexities of modern life, viewed through a lens of both self-deprecation and poignant observation. Musically, it blends elements of post-punk, krautrock, disco, and electronic music, characteristic of LCD Soundsystem's signature sound.

Several singles preceded the album's release, including "Call the Police," "American Dream," "Tonite," and "Emotional Haircut." American Dream received widespread critical acclaim upon release, with many reviewers praising its lyrical depth, musical innovation, and emotional resonance. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States, becoming the band's first album to achieve this feat.

The album's title, American Dream, is both ironic and sincere, reflecting the band's complex relationship with the concept of success and cultural aspiration. The lyrics often grapple with disillusionment and the challenges of reconciling youthful idealism with the realities of adulthood.