What makes Blood Sugar by Pendulum notable?

Blood Sugar achieved significant commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts and gaining critical acclaim for its innovative sound. The single has become a staple in live performances and is often credited with helping to usher drum and bass into more mainstream audiences. Released in 2007, Blood Sugar marked Pendulum's transition into mainstream recognition following their breakthrough album Hold Your Colour. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the fusion of electronic and rock music, establishing a distinctive sound that would influence the genre for years to come.

How many songs are on Blood Sugar?

Blood Sugar has 2 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Blood Sugar

Pendulum · 2007

9 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

An explosive blend of drum and bass and rock that electrifies the dancefloor with relentless energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Blood Sugar — The title track showcases Pendulum's signature style, blending intense drum and bass rhythms with rock-infused melodies that captivate listeners. Its infectious energy makes it a quintessential anthem that defines their sound.
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Axle Grinder — This track features intricate production techniques and a relentless pace, highlighting Pendulum's ability to merge complex electronic elements with raw rock energy. It stands out as an example of their experimental approach within the genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Blood Sugar combines electronic and rock elements effectively, showcasing Pendulum's energetic style.

What we noticed

The title track features a rapid tempo with heavy use of electronic beats and guitar riffs, creating a high-energy atmosphere.
The second track, Axle Grinder, shifts to a more aggressive sound with distorted bass lines and intense drum patterns, maintaining the overall energy.
Both tracks utilize dynamic build-ups and drops, characteristic of drum and bass, while integrating rock elements throughout.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked Pendulum's transition to mainstream recognition after Hold Your Colour.
Themes: dancefloor adrenaline· electronic rock fusion· mainstream breakthrough
Career context: Released in 2007, Blood Sugar marked Pendulum's transition into mainstream recognition following their breakthrough album Hold Your Colour. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the fusion of electronic and rock music, establishing a distinctive sound that would influence the genre for years to come.
Stylistic neighbors: Noisia· Sub Focus· The Prodigy