Originally released as an underground hit on the Kitsuné label in 2006, "Hustler" became the de-facto anthem of their debut album, Attack Decay Sustain Release (2007). The track is a masterclass in tension, featuring:
: Critics have noted its "old school hip hop styling" mixed with a "big room bounce" that remains capable of causing dancefloor mayhem decades later. The Controversial Visuals Simian Mobile Disco - Hustler (Original Mix)
: Guest vocals from New York singer Char Johnson provide a cool, detached swagger. Originally released as an underground hit on the
The Anthem of the Indie-Electro Era: Simian Mobile Disco's "Hustler" The Anthem of the Indie-Electro Era: Simian Mobile
Part of the song's lasting legacy stems from its two distinct, often controversial music videos: Simian Mobile Disco - Hustler (Version 1) (2007)
: Starting as a heavy late-night workout, the track’s acid levels rise until it dissolves into a "raw electronic riot".