Blacktronic Science
Bernie Worrell · 1993
55 min · 9 tracks · funk
A fusion of funk grooves and electronic soundscapes that pushes the boundaries of music into uncharted territories.
Top tracks — play these first
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Flex — This track exemplifies Worrell's unique blend of intricate keyboard work and dynamic rhythms, showcasing his ability to innovate within the funk genre.
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Time Was (Events in the Elsewhere) — Through its extended structure and evolving soundscapes, this track captures the essence of Worrell's artistic vision, merging complex arrangements with emotional depth.
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Blood Secrets — With its infectious groove and socially conscious lyrics, this track highlights Worrell's talent for combining meaningful themes with danceable rhythms.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album fuses funk and electronic elements with unique structures, making it distinct yet cohesive in its exploration.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that layers synths over a steady funk groove, establishing an electronic foundation that persists throughout.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of unpredictability and exploration.
- The use of spoken word elements interspersed with instrumental passages adds a narrative quality to the music, enhancing its thematic depth.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- immersive sonic exploration journeys
- rhythmic grooves for active listening
- unexpected twists and turns
- energetic tracks with varying lengths
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek quick, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Blacktronic Science marked Bernie Worrell's first solo album after his tenure with Parliament-Funkadelic. By this point in his career, Worrell had established himself as a pivotal figure in funk music, creating rich textures on keyboards for decades, and this album showcased his innovative approach to blending genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Clinton· Herbie Hancock· Prince
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Blood Secrets
A shift from personal narrative to a broader commentary on societal issues occurs midway through the song.
This transition not only deepens the lyrical impact but also showcases Worrell's ability to weave personal experience into larger cultural critiques.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Revelation in Black Light 2:21
- 2 Flex 6:04
- 3 Time Was (Events in the Elsewhere) 7:21
- 4 Blood Secrets 6:50
- 5 Dissinfordollars 6:28
- 6 The Vision 8:04
- 7 Won't Go Away 5:58
- 8 X-Factor 11:53
- 9 Disappearance (Life After Life) 0:53
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