Acolyte cover

Acolyte

Delphic · 2010

51 min · 10 tracks · electronic rock · shoegaze · alternative dance

Acolyte melds ethereal vocals with intricate electronic textures, creating a pulsating soundscape that invites introspection and movement.

Why this album works

Acolyte debuted at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart and received positive reviews for its fresh take on electronic rock, drawing comparisons to contemporaries like Hot Chip. The album's success helped solidify Delphic's place in the burgeoning electronic music scene of the early 2010s.
Best for
wave-like pacing for introspection ethereal soundscapes for movement dynamic progression with resolution
Context
Released on January 11, 2010, Acolyte marked Delphic's debut album following their formation in 2009. This record came after the band gained attention with their early singles, positioning them as a promising act in the alternative dance scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Prodigy· The Crystal Method· Technology

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Clarion Call Standout 2:59
  • 2 Doubt Standout 4:07
  • 3 This Momentary 4:34
  • 4 Red Lights 6:09
  • 5 Acolyte Standout 8:51
  • 6 Halcyon 4:44
  • 7 Submission 5:35
  • 8 Counterpoint 6:18
  • 9 Ephemera 1:56
  • 10 Remain 6:36

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