Top tracks — play these first
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Avantcore — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its rapid-fire delivery and unconventional structure, setting the tone for the rest of the project.
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Unemployed Black Astronaut — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and imaginative storytelling, showcasing Busdriver's ability to blend personal narrative with a broader cultural critique.
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Happiness ('s Unit of Measurement) — With its infectious beat and clever wordplay, this song exemplifies Busdriver's knack for blending humor with deep philosophical insights.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- brief bursts of energetic creativity
- abstract lyricism with inventive beats
- front-loaded exciting listening experience
- remixed tracks for varied perspectives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, cohesive albums
- seek traditional song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2005, Busdriver was establishing himself as a unique voice in the underground hip-hop scene. 'Avantcore' followed his previous album 'Cosmic Cleavage' (2002) and showcased his evolution into more complex lyrical themes and innovative production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· MF DOOM· Shabazz Palaces
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Avantcore 2:24
- 2 Happiness ('s Unit of Measurement) 4:37
- 3 Unemployed Black Astronaut 3:59
- 4 Avantcore (D-Styles remix) 2:29
- 5 Happiness ('s Unit of Measurement) (Prefuse 73 remix) 4:12
- 6 Unemployed Black Astronaut (Nobody remix) 4:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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