History of Mstrkrft in Timeline

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

1979: Al-P Produces 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: Remixes of Death From Above 1979

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

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 Debut Album 'The Looks' in the US

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

2006: Release of "Easy Love" and "Work On You"

In 2006, Mstrkrft released their first single "Easy Love" on Last Gang Records and on July 6, released their second single, "Work On You".

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2006: "Paris" Featured in URGE Commercial

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

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February 2007: Release of Debut Album 'The Looks' in Britain

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

September 2007: Parklife Festival Performance

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

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2007: Performance at WEMF

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

2007: Release of "Street Justice" and Remix Album Work

In 2007, Mstrkrft released the 2007 version of their song "Street Justice" as a single and worked on a compilation album of their remixed tracks. "Street Justice" was also featured in Saints Row 2. Also, "Neon Knights" was featured on Need For Speed: Pro Street, and their remix for Justice's "D.A.N.C.E." was featured in the film Meet the Spartans, and "Work on You" was featured in Dirt 2.

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May 2008: Featured on BBC Radio 1's Essential Mix

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

March 2009: Release of 'Fist of God'

On March 17, 2009, Mstrkrft released their second LP, Fist of God. Initial critical response was average.

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".

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2013: "Beards Again" Featured in Injustice: Gods Among Us

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

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May 2016: Release of "Party Line"

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

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July 2016: Release of 'Operator'

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

May 2019: Monthly Single Releases on ORO Records Begin

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".

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