Thursday Throwback is a weekly colour scheme inspired by an iconic album cover of yesteryear. This week’s throwback is the 2009 album “For Lack of a Better Name” by deadmau5. The colours are as follows:
| Colours | HEX | RGB | HSB | CMYK | LAB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colour 1 | #06050D | 6, 5, 13 | 248, 62, 5 | 53, 61, 0, 94 | 1, 1, -3 |
| Colour 2 | #7D828C | 125, 130, 140 | 220, 11, 55 | 10, 7, 0, 45 | 54, 0, -6 |
| Colour 3 | #025159 | 2, 81, 89 | 186, 98, 35 | 97, 8, 0, 65 | 30, -17, -10 |
| Colour 4 | #66CDD9 | 102, 205, 217 | 186, 53, 85 | 52, 5, 0, 14 | 76, -26, -15 |
| Colour 5 | #F2F2F2 | 242, 242, 242 | 0, 0, 95 | 0, 0, 0, 5 | 95, 0, 0 |
“For Lack of a Better Name” is the 4th studio album by the Canadian electronic music producer deadmau5. The album was released on the 22nd September 2009 in the United States and Canada through Ultra Records and Mau5trap. On the 5th October of the same year it was released internationally through Virgin Records. “For Lack of a Better Name,” marked a significant milestone in deadmau5’s career, cementing his status as one of the leading electronic music producers of his time.
The album “For Lack of a Better Name” was recorded at deadmau5’s studio in Toronto, Canada. As with his previous releases, deadmau5 (a.k.a Joel Zimmerman) also took on the role of producer. This work highlights his evolving sound and production techniques, drawing inspiration from his experiences within the electronic music scene and his ambition to push the boundaries of progressive house and electro house genres.
A notable feature of the album is its collaborations with other artists, including Rob Swire from the Australian band Pendulum on “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff,” which became one of deadmau5’s most recognisable hits. The album title also reflects deadmau5’s characteristic tongue-in-cheek approach to naming his projects.
The cover art features this iconic mouse head logo against a dark background—a signature element in deadmau5’s visual branding within the electronic music world. While there is no specific information in the liner notes about the designer of the album cover, it’s likely that deadmau5 designed it himself, given that he created the logo.
Upon its release, “For Lack of a Better Name” was well-received by critics and fans alike. It demonstrated deadmau5’s talent for crafting both radio-friendly tracks and more intricate progressive house compositions. The album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Albums chart—a significant commercial success—and achieved Gold status in both Canada and the United Kingdom.
Recognised as a pivotal entry in both deadmau5’s discography and the broader electronic dance music scene, this album helped establish him as a major figure within the genre while influencing many subsequent producers. Tracks such as “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff” and “Strobe” have become staples in live performances and are celebrated classics among electronic music enthusiasts.
In retrospect, “For Lack of a Better Name” is a testament to deadmau5’s production prowess and ability to create resonant music that appeals widely while maintaining artistic integrity. It remains an important milestone in late 2000s electronic dance music evolution.
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