With The Understanding, Röyksopp expanded their sonic palette beyond the chilled-out downtempo vibes of their debut, Melody A.M. This album dives into a more diverse electronic landscape, blending lush synth textures, deep grooves, and melancholic melodies. Tracks like “What Else Is There?” and “Only This Moment” showcase ethereal vocals layered over pulsating beats, while “Alpha Male” and “Circuit Breaker” bring an edgier, dancefloor-driven energy. The album balances introspective moments with club-ready rhythms, solidifying Röyksopp’s place as electronic music innovators.

LP1
1. Only This Moment
2. 49 Percent
3. Beautiful Day Without You
4. What Else is There?
5. Follow My Ruin

LP2
1. Circuit Breaker
2. Sombre Detune
3. Someone Like Me
4. Triumphant
5. Alpha Male
6. Dead To the World
7. Tristesse Globale