History of Mstrkrft in Timeline

Mstrkrft is a Canadian electronic music duo formed in 2005 in Toronto. It consists of Jesse F. Keeler, known from Death from Above, and Al-P, previously of Girlsareshort and a producer for Death from Above 1979. The duo has a long-standing friendship and working relationship. Besides their primary work, Mstrkrft has also produced music for other artists, including Die Mannequin and Magneta Lane.

1979: Al-P Produced Death from Above 1979's Album

In 1979, Al-P produced Death from Above 1979's album 'You're a Woman, I'm a Machine'.

1979: Mstrkrft Remixes Death From Above 1979

In 1979, Mstrkrft created remixes from a variety of other artists, including Death from Above 1979.

1979: Mstrkrft Remixes

Mstrkrft was commissioned to remix songs by Death From Above 1979 in 1979, among other artists.

2005: Mstrkrft Formation

In 2005, Mstrkrft, a Canadian electronic music duo, was formed in Toronto by Jesse F. Keeler and Al-P.

July 2006: Release of "The Looks" Album in the United States

On July 18, 2006, Mstrkrft released their debut album, The Looks, in the United States.

2006: Release of "Easy Love" Single

In 2006, Mstrkrft released their first single, "Easy Love", on Last Gang Records.

2006: "Paris" Featured in URGE Commercial

In 2006, Mstrkrft's song "Paris" was featured in a commercial for the online music store URGE.

February 2007: Release of "The Looks" Album in Britain

On February 2, 2007, Mstrkrft released their debut album, The Looks, in Britain.

September 2007: Parklife Music Festival Performance

In September 2007, Mstrkrft performed at the Australian spring music festival "Parklife" in Brisbane, including their remix of Wolfmother's "Woman" with Andrew Stockdale.

2007: Mstrkrft at WEMF

In 2007, Mstrkrft appeared at the WEMF World Electronic Music Festival.

2007: Release of "Street Justice" Single

In 2007, Mstrkrft released the 2007 version of their song "Street Justice" as a single. The song was later featured in Saints Row 2.

May 2008: BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix Feature

On May 24, 2008, Mstrkrft was featured on BBC Radio 1 show, The Essential Mix.

March 2009: Release of "Fist of God" LP

On March 17, 2009, Mstrkrft released their second LP, Fist of God, which received average critical response. The album featured guest appearances by John Legend, E-40, N.O.R.E., and Lil' Mo, among others.

2010: "Bounce" Featured in DJ Hero 2

In 2010, Mstrkrft's song "Bounce" featuring N.O.R.E. was featured in DJ Hero 2.

2011: Release of "Beards Again" and "Back in the USSA"

In 2011, Mstrkrft released two new singles, "Beards Again" and "Back in the USSA".

2013: "Beards Again" Featured on Injustice: Gods Among Us Soundtrack

In 2013, "Beards Again" by Mstrkrft was featured on the Injustice: Gods Among Us video game soundtrack.

May 2016: Release of "Party Line" Single

In May 2016, Mstrkrft released the single "Party Line" to promote their album, Operator.

July 2016: Release of "Operator" LP

On July 22, 2016, Mstrkrft released their third LP, Operator.

May 2019: Monthly Single Release on ORO Records

Starting in May 2019, Mstrkrft began releasing a single every month on ORO Records, including "City Violence", "La Chiaccherona", "All Night, All Night", "Buffalo Fat" and "Dorsia".