What makes Autoimmune by Meat Beat Manifesto notable?

'Autoimmune' is significant for its experimental approach to sound design and sampling, receiving positive reviews from critics for its boldness. It contributed to the continued evolution of electronic music and reinforced Meat Beat Manifesto's role as innovators within the genre. The album's release coincided with a resurgence of interest in electronic music during the late 2000s. By the time 'Autoimmune' was released in 2008, Meat Beat Manifesto had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music since their debut in the late 1980s. This album marked their return after a six-year hiatus following 'At the Center.' The band continued to evolve its sound while remaining influential in the techno and electronic scenes.

Who is Autoimmune for?

Autoimmune works well if you're into explorative soundscapes for curious minds, dynamic shifts in energy and and engaging rhythmic patterns throughout.

How many songs are on Autoimmune?

Autoimmune has 14 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Autoimmune

Meat Beat Manifesto · 2008

65 min · 14 tracks · techno

A frenetic blend of techno, industrial rhythms, and eclectic samples drenched in a dystopian atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Hold the Mic! — This track encapsulates the album's energetic vibe, blending rapid-fire beats with assertive vocal samples that reflect the band's roots in both hip-hop and electronic dance music.
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Children of Earth — Exploring themes of environmentalism and societal issues, this track showcases Meat Beat Manifesto's ability to weave complex narratives into their music while maintaining a compelling rhythm.
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Hellfire — With its dark undertones and aggressive beats, this track exemplifies the album's exploration of dystopian themes, creating an intense listening experience that stands out.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate sound design and cohesive structure highlight its experimental nature within electronic music.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered samples and loops, creating a dense soundscape that evolves throughout its tracks.
Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes and shifts in rhythm, contributing to a sense of unpredictability.
The final track serves as a reprise of the opening, bringing the album full circle while maintaining the thematic elements established earlier.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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

explorative soundscapes for curious minds
dynamic shifts in energy and
engaging rhythmic patterns throughout
short bursts of sonic experimentation

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
seek immediate gratification in tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Autoimmune' was released in 2008, Meat Beat Manifesto had already established themselves as pioneers of electronic music since their debut in the late 1980s. This album marked their return after a six-year hiatus following 'At the Center.' The band continued to evolve its sound while remaining influential in the techno and electronic scenes.
Stylistic neighbors: Amon Tobin· The Chemical Brothers· Squarepusher