06:21:03:11 Up Evil
Front 242 · 1993
58 min · 13 tracks · electronic body music
Pulsing electronic beats intertwine with abrasive vocals, creating a dissonant yet hypnotic soundscape that immerses listeners in industrial intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crapage — Opening with abrasive energy, this track sets the tone for the album by combining harsh electronic textures with provocative lyrics about societal decay.
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Motion — The rhythmic drive and hypnotic beat of Motion exemplify the band's capacity to fuse danceable elements with dark undertones, making it a standout track.
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Mutilate — This track showcases Front 242's ability to blend menacing soundscapes with an infectious groove, highlighting their unique approach to electronic music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong electronic composition and production, maintaining a distinct sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build intensity with layered electronic textures, while the second half shifts to more rhythmic and percussive elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- aggressive energy bursts
- immersive listening experience
- dynamic emotional shifts
- thought-provoking themes
- steady driving rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Front 242 released 06:21:03:11 Up Evil, they were already established pioneers of electronic body music, following their breakthrough album, Official Version. This release marked their continued evolution in sound and style, showcasing the band's ability to blend aggressive rhythms with thought-provoking themes in a post-industrial landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nitzer Ebb· Skinny Puppy· Kraftwerk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crapage 4:57
- 2 Waste 4:12
- 3 Skin 3:35
- 4 Motion 3:50
- 5 Religion 4:05
- 6 Stratoscape 4:36
- 7 Hymn 3:26
- 8 Fuel 4:45
- 9 Melt 3:30
- 10 Flag 5:08
- 11 Mutilate 4:10
- 12 (S)Crapage 6:11
- 13 Religion (Pussy Whipped mix) 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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