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Alec Empire vs. Elvis Presley

Alec Empire · 1999

10 tracks · techno · ambient · digital hardcore

A frenetic clash of digital hardcore and Elvis samples that challenges musical norms through chaotic energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic energy for intense moments
  • fragmented pacing keeps you alert
  • playful irreverence for rebellious spirits
  • for high-energy gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike frenetic, chaotic sounds
  • prefer melodic, structured compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1999, Alec Empire was already a pivotal figure in the digital hardcore scene, known for his innovative fusion of punk and electronic music. This album followed his previous release, 'Intelligence and Sacrifice' (1996), expanding his artistic vision to include provocative remixes and sonic experimentation with Elvis Presley’s iconic tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
Merzbow· The Prodigy· Squarepusher

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Jailhouse Cock Rocks the Most
  • 2 You Ain't Nothing
  • 3 Something for the Pain
  • 4 Take Away
  • 5 Come On, Fight You Punk!
  • 6 I Am Going Insane Without Your Love
  • 7 He's Dead, That's the Way It Is
  • 8 Last Message From the Soul
  • 9 Fuck the Majors
  • 10 Blue Moon

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