Apocalypse Soon
Major Lazer · 2014
17 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and dancehall rhythms, pulsating with energy and infectious hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Aerosol Can Start here — This track exemplifies the project’s signature blend of reggae and electronic sounds, featuring dynamic production and a catchy hook that resonates well on the dancefloor.
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Come On to Me — With its infectious rhythm and playful lyrics, this song showcases Major Lazer's ability to craft irresistible party anthems that appeal to a wide audience.
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Sound Bang — The track stands out for its energetic beats and collaborative spirit, embodying the diverse influences that Major Lazer brings to their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong genre blending and energetic production, making it a notable entry in Major Lazer's catalog.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a heavy bass drop, setting a high-energy tone that persists through the EP.
- Each track features a distinct vocal style, with varying tempos and rhythms that highlight different influences from dancehall and hip-hop.
- The final track incorporates a slower tempo and more melodic elements, providing a contrast to the preceding energetic tracks.
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- short energetic party atmosphere
- front-loaded dancefloor momentum
- for upbeat gatherings
- quick bursts of infectious energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek introspective listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry in the catalog that showcases genre fusion without being widely recognized.
- Career context
- By the time 'Apocalypse Soon' was released in January 2014, Major Lazer had already established themselves as a significant force in electronic music following their breakout album 'Guns Don't Kill People... Lazers Do' in 2009. This EP came as a follow-up to their 2013 album, 'Free the Universe', showcasing a refinement in their sound while continuing to explore global influences.
Tracklist
- 1 Aerosol Can Start here 3:02
- 2 Come On to Me 3:33
- 3 Sound Bang 3:54
- 4 Lose Yourself 3:16
- 5 Dale así 3:41
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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