Hiroquest 2: Double Helix
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| Released | November 17, 2023 | |||
| Length | 70:59 | |||
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Hiroquest 2: Double Helix is the eighth studio album by American DJ and producer Steve Aoki. Released on November 17, 2023,[1] the album is the second installment in Aoki's Hiroquest series of albums, following Hiroquest: Genesis (2022).[2]
Background[edit]
Hiroquest: Double Helix was released on November 17, 2023. It was distributed through Aoki's own label Dim Mak Records, after months of frequent single releases.[3][4][5][6] Though Aoki had planned to expand Hiroquest: Genesis into a series since its original conception, the subtitle of the second album, Double Helix, and its release date, were revealed in August 2023.[4][7][8][9]
Shortly before the album's release, Aoki announced his own fan convention in Los Angeles in support of the release; it took place for four hours on November 19. The convention, doubling as a release party for the album, included cosplayers, free tattoos, and live music by Aoki.[10]
Concept[edit]
Similarly to its predecessor, Double Helix is a concept album, continuing the story of the meta human Hiro, a dramatization of Aoki himself, on his journey to save the world from Hyro, his evil counterpart.[11]
A graphic novel based on the album and written by Jim Krueger will be released in 2024, in addition to more trading cards for his Hiroquest trading card game in collaboration with MetaZoo.[12] Of his Hiroquest album series, Aoki says "I really treat [it] like it’s a company in a way that has a lot of branches and different ways to grow the IP. And so I think of [it] as very similar in that approach, because I love creating brands and building stories and building worlds".[12]
Remix album[edit]
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A completely remixed version of the album, Aoki's fifth remix album Hiroquest: Double Helix Remixed, was released on January 26, 2024.[citation needed]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Double Helix" | Steve Aoki | Aoki | 3:45 |
| 2. | "Prizm" (with Timmy Trumpet featuring Sweet Minxxx) |
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| 2:18 |
| 3. | "Paranoia" (with Danna Paola) |
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| 3:00 |
| 4. | "Lighter" (with Paris Hilton) |
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| 2:46 |
| 5. | "Hungry Heart" (with Galantis featuring Hayley Kiyoko) |
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| 3:02 |
| 6. | "Us" (featuring Ernest) |
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| 3:16 |
| 7. | "Won't Forget This Time" (with Kaaze featuring John Martin) |
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| 3:21 |
| 8. | "Wild" (with Vini Vici) |
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| 2:15 |
| 9. | "2 Much 2 Handle" (with Alok) |
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| 3:08 |
| 10. | "Brothers" (with Brohug) |
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| 2:40 |
| 11. | "Invítame A Un Café" (with Ángela Aguilar) |
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| 3:07 |
| 12. | "Cartagena" (featuring Greeicy) |
| Aoki | 2:43 |
| 13. | "Muñecas" (with Tini and la Joaqui) |
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| 2:36 |
| 14. | "Diferente" (featuring CNCO) |
| Aoki | 3:19 |
| 15. | "Locked Up" (with Trinix featuring Akon) |
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| 2:27 |
| 16. | "The Show" (with JJ Lin) |
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| 3:27 |
| 17. | "Perfect" (featuring PnB Rock and 24hrs) | Aoki | 4:04 | |
| 18. | "I'll Be Okay" (featuring Global Dan) |
| Aoki | 2:55 |
| 19. | "New York" (with Regard featuring Mazie) |
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| 2:12 |
| 20. | "Motor" (with Quintino) |
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| 3:02 |
| 21. | "Mirror Mirror" (with Showtek and Jem Cooke) |
| 4:07 | |
| 22. | "Kids" (with Tony Junior featuring MGMT) |
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| 4:08 |
| 23. | "Hyro" (featuring Garrett Gunderson) | Aoki | Aoki | 3:21 |
| Total length: | 70:59 | |||
Notes
- "Won't Forget This Time" interpolates "Whole Again" by Steve Aoki and Kaaze featuring John Martin.
- "Wild" samples "Born to Be Wild" by Steppenwolf.
- "Invítame A Un Café" interpolates "La Gata Bajo la Lluvia" by Rocío Dúrcal.
- "Locked Up" is a remix of "Locked Up" by Akon.
- Physical copies include an extended version of "Motor", which runs for 4:32.
- "Kids" is a remix of "Kids" by MGMT.
References[edit]
- ^ HiROQUEST 2: Double Helix by Steve Aoki, November 17, 2023, retrieved November 17, 2023
- ^ Springer-Norris, Nia (December 12, 2023). "Beyond the Music: DJ Steve Aoki Taps Into Tech and Brain Advocacy Through the Aoki Foundation". SUCCESS. Retrieved January 31, 2024.
- ^ "Steve Aoki builds a universe on 'HiROQUEST 2: Double Helix.' He also plans to go to the moon". AP News. November 16, 2023. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ a b Johnson, Laura. "Steve Aoki Announces Tenth Album 'HiROQUEST: Double Helix' Feat Paris Hilton, Akon And More - Stereoboard". Stereoboard.com. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ "Steve Aoki & Tony Junior Release Dance Remake Of MGMT's "Kids"". Shore Fire Media. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ Madarang, Charisma (November 17, 2023). "How Steve Aoki Is Building a Universe Beyond Music". Rolling Stone. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ Madarang, Charisma (August 18, 2023). "Steve Aoki Expands His Universe with New LP 'HiROQUEST: Double Helix'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ Vuoncino, Chris (August 20, 2023). "Steve Aoki announces upcoming album 'Hiroquest: Double Helix' - We Rave You". Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ Heffler, Jason (August 18, 2023). "Steve Aoki's 10th Album Will Feature Akon, Paris Hilton, Galantis and More". EDM.com - The Latest Electronic Dance Music News, Reviews & Artists. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ Aoki, Steve. "Los Angeles!! The official HiROQUEST 2 album release party is happening Sunday Nov 19th from 1-5pm PT". X (formerly Twitter). Retrieved November 17, 2023.
- ^ "MetaZoo, Steve Aoki Work with Spotify for New Release | License Global". www.licenseglobal.com. Retrieved April 21, 2023.
- ^ a b Constantine, Brandon (October 19, 2023). "Steve Aoki Wants to Be Timeless". Complex. Retrieved November 17, 2023.