Moby has sold over 20 million records worldwide, making him one of the most successful electronic musicians of his time.
Moby was given his nickname by his father shortly after birth, inspired by the author Herman Melville, although he is not directly related to him.
His breakthrough album, "Play," released in 1999, was a massive success, selling over 10 million copies globally.
Biography
Early Life
Richard Melville Hall, known professionally as Moby, was born on September 11, 1965, in Harlem, New York City. He was raised by his mother, Elizabeth McBride, after the tragic death of his father, James Frederick Hall, when Moby was just two years old. His early years were marked by instability, moving from San Francisco to Connecticut, where he experienced both poverty and the influence of a vibrant music scene. Moby began playing music at the age of nine, starting with classical guitar and later exploring various genres, which laid the foundation for his future career.
Career
Moby's professional journey began in the late 1980s when he moved to New York City and started performing DJ sets in local clubs. He signed with Instinct Records in 1990, where he released his first single, "Mobility," and gained recognition with the remix of "Go." His breakthrough album, "Play," released in 1999, sold over 10 million copies worldwide and solidified his status as a leading figure in electronic music. Moby's diverse discography includes albums like "Everything Is Wrong," "18," and "Hotel," showcasing his ability to blend genres such as techno, ambient, and punk rock.
Personal Life and Activism
Beyond music, Moby is a passionate animal rights activist and has been a vegan since 1987. His commitment to animal welfare is deeply personal, inspired by a cat he rescued in his youth. Moby has also been open about his struggles and experiences, including his journey with meditation and his reflections on sexuality. He has lived in various locations, including a notable residence in the Hollywood Hills, and continues to be an influential voice in both music and activism.
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Discography
Future Quiet2026
- 1.When It’s Cold I’d Like to Die4:17
- 2.This Was Never Meant for Us5:00
- 3.Retreat6:44
- 4.Estrella del mar6:42
- 5.Ruhe5:07
- 6.Mott St 19925:48
- 7.Precious Mind5:39
- 8.Tallinn6:33
- 9.On Air4:49
- 10.Selene5:33
- 11.Le Vide6:07
- 12.Great Absence8:33
- 13.Mono No Aware5:52
- 14.The Opposite of Fear8:28
Always Centered at Night2024
- 1.on air4:12
- 2.dark days3:33
- 3.where is your pride?3:39
- 4.transit5:11
- 5.wild flame4:41
- 6.precious mind4:55
- 7.should sleep4:28
- 8.feelings come undone4:05
- 9.medusa6:04
- 10.we’re going wrong4:19
- 11.fall back4:13
- 12.sweet moon5:12
- 13.ache for5:28
Resound NYC2023
- 1.In My Heart (Resound NYC version)4:57
- 2.Extreme Ways (Resound NYC version)4:46
- 3.South Side (Resound NYC version)4:47
- 4.Flower (Find My Baby) (Resound NYC version)4:39
- 5.In This World (Resound NYC version)4:33
- 6.Helpless (Resound NYC version)6:34
- 7.Signs of Love (Resound NYC version)5:54
- 8.Perfect Life (Resound NYC version)5:12
- 9.When It’s Cold I’d Like to Die (Resound NYC version)5:11
- 10.Slipping Away (Resound NYC version)3:50
- 11.Second Cool Hive (Resound NYC version)4:28
- 12.Hyenas (Resound NYC version)6:07
- 13.Last Night (Resound NYC version)6:14
- 14.Run On (Resound NYC version)5:38
- 15.Walk With Me (Resound NYC version)5:45
Ambient 232023
- 1.Amb 23-18:01
- 2.Amb 23-29:06
- 3.Amb 23-35:23
- 4.Amb 23-47:57
- 5.Amb 23-58:01
- 6.Amb 23-69:46
- 7.Amb 23-76:48
- 8.Amb 23-89:30
- 9.Amb 23-910:41
- 10.Amb 23-1010:22
- 11.Amb 23-1110:06
- 12.Amb 23-1210:31
- 13.Amb 23-138:48
- 14.Amb 23-149:03
- 15.Amb 23-1512:00
- 16.Amb 23-169:57
Reprise2021
- 1.Everloving3:19
- 2.Natural Blues4:30
- 3.Go3:43
- 4.Porcelain5:54
- 5.Extreme Ways4:59
- 6.Heroes5:18
- 7.God Moving Over the Face of the Waters7:42
- 8.Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?4:38
- 9.The Lonely Night5:43
- 10.We Are All Made of Stars6:01
- 11.Lift Me Up5:22
- 12.The Great Escape2:51
- 13.Almost Home5:28
- 14.The Last Day5:13
All Visible Objects2020
- 1.Morningside5:31
- 2.My Only Love5:45
- 3.Refuge5:45
- 4.One Last Time5:34
- 5.Power Is Taken5:48
- 6.Rise Up in Love5:47
- 7.Forever5:17
- 8.Too Much Change9:47
- 9.Separation6:42
- 10.Tecie7:33
- 11.All Visible Objects9:17
Long Ambients Two2019
- 1.LA1247:03
- 2.LA1326:56
- 3.LA1439:19
- 4.LA1532:08
- 5.LA1629:49
- 6.LA1742:37
Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt2018
- 1.Mere Anarchy5:15
- 2.The Waste of Suns4:45
- 3.Like a Motherless Child4:37
- 4.The Last of Goodbyes4:24
- 5.The Ceremony of Innocence3:57
- 6.The Tired and the Hurt4:28
- 7.Welcome to Hard Times5:09
- 8.The Sorrow Tree4:29
- 9.Falling Rain and Light4:46
- 10.The Middle Is Gone5:13
- 11.This Wild Darkness4:09
- 12.A Dark Cloud Is Coming5:25
More Fast Songs About the Apocalypse2017
- 1.Silence3:56
- 2.A Softer War4:29
- 3.There's Nothing Wrong With the World There's Something Wrong With Me3:52
- 4.Trust2:50
- 5.All the Hurts We Made5:06
- 6.In This Cold Place3:57
- 7.If Only a Correction of All We've Been5:25
- 8.It's So Hard to Say Goodbye3:27
- 9.A Happy Song2:49
los ambient2016
- 1.los ambient 120:21
- 2.los ambient 218:59
- 3.los ambient 322:50
- 4.los ambient 417:31
- 5.los ambient 533:40
- 6.los ambient 619:35
- 7.los ambient 718:17
- 8.los ambient 819:10
- 9.los ambient 927:29
- 10.los ambient 1023:35
- 11.los ambient 1119:52
These Systems Are Failing2016
- 1.Hey! Hey!4:23
- 2.Break.Doubt4:13
- 3.I Wait for You4:00
- 4.Don’t Leave Me4:39
- 5.Errupt and Matter4:09
- 6.Are You Lost in the World Like Me?4:27
- 7.A Simple Love4:39
- 8.The Light Is Clear in My Eyes3:27
- 9.And It Hurts1:54
- 10.Almost Loved5:06
- 11.The Nighttime4:11
- 12.Dark Star3:47
Long Ambients 1: Calm. Sleep.2016
- 1.LA120:53
- 2.LA218:59
- 3.LA322:52
- 4.LA417:32
- 5.LA535:39
- 6.LA619:13
- 7.LA718:05
- 8.LA820:08
- 9.LA927:33
- 10.LA1023:35
- 11.LA1120:24
Hotel : Ambient2014
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Innocents2013
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Destroyed2011
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Wait for Me2009
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Last Night2008
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Hotel2005
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182002
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Play1999
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Animal Rights1996
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Everything Is Wrong1995
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Ambient1993
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Early Underground1993
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Moby1992
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Label
- Record label
- Mute Records
Achievements
- Award
- NRJ Music Award for International Male Artist of the Year
Groups
- Diamondsnakeoriginalcurrent
- The Void Pacific Choircurrent
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Archive
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piano, guitar, bass guitar, keyboard instrument, voice, drum kit
Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: DJ Moby, モービー
Richard Melville Hall, known professionally as Moby, is an American musician, songwriter and animal rights activist. He has sold 20 million records worldwide. AllMusic considers him to be "among the most important dance music figures of the early 1990s, helping bring dance music to a mainstream audience both in the United States and the United Kingdom".
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