Accelerator
The Future Sound of London · 1991
66 min · 13 tracks · techno
A labyrinthine blend of ambient soundscapes and driving techno beats that reshape electronic music's boundaries.
Why this album works
'Accelerator' is significant for its groundbreaking fusion of ambient textures and techno rhythms, influencing the evolution of electronic dance music. The track 'Papua New Guinea' achieved notable chart success, reaching the UK Singles Chart and becoming a staple in DJ sets, which helped cement FSOL’s reputation in the genre.
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Released as The Future Sound of London's second album in 1991, 'Accelerator' followed their debut, 'Theory of Machines.' At this point in their career, the duo was gaining recognition for their innovative approach to electronic music, combining elements of techno, ambient, and experimental sounds. Their evolving style was beginning to influence the burgeoning rave scene in the UK.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Prodigy· Cabaret Voltaire· N-Trance
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Expander Standout 5:39
- 2 Stolen Documents 5:13
- 3 While Others Cry 5:27
- 4 Calcium Standout 5:22
- 5 It’s Not My Problem 4:15
- 6 Papua New Guinea Standout 6:46
- 7 Moscow 3:33
- 8 1 in 8 5:54
- 9 Pulse State 5:57
- 10 Central Industrial 4:29
- 11 Expander (remix) 4:53
- 12 Moscow (remix) 4:55
- 13 Papua New Guinea (Graham Massey mix) 3:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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