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Blow the Roof

Flux Pavilion · 2013

41 min · 10 tracks · dubstep

Energetic bass drops intertwine with catchy hooks, creating a vibrant dancefloor atmosphere that draws listeners into its euphoric rhythms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blow the Roof — The title track encapsulates the album’s party-ready ethos with its anthemic buildup and explosive drop, establishing a signature sound for Flux Pavilion.
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    OneTwoThree (Make Your Body Wanna) — This track combines infectious grooves with playful lyrics, making it a standout anthem for dancefloors and a representation of Flux Pavilion's fun yet powerful style.
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    The Scientist — A collaboration featuring heartfelt vocals layered over lush production, this track reveals a more melodic side of Flux Pavilion while maintaining his characteristic bass-heavy sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases energetic compositions with strong production but lacks significant depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the EP features tracks that consistently build energy with heavy bass drops and rhythmic hooks, while the second half introduces more melodic elements.
  • Each track maintains a tempo around 140 BPM, creating a uniform pace that encourages movement and dancing.
  • Several tracks incorporate vocal samples, but they are primarily used as rhythmic elements rather than focal points.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • club-ready anthems for dancing
  • steady pacing for focused energy
  • vibrant soundscapes for parties
  • melodic hooks that energize crowds

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Blow the Roof' was released in January 2013, Flux Pavilion had already established himself as a leading figure in the dubstep scene with tracks like 'Bass Cannon' and had gained significant recognition through his collaborations and performances. This album marked his first full-length studio release, showcasing his evolution in sound and solidifying his position in electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors
Skrillex· Zeds Dead· Excision

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 OneTwoThree (Make Your Body Wanna) 4:08
  • 2 The Scientist 4:52
  • 3 Double Edge 3:25
  • 4 Superbad 3:43
  • 5 Blow the Roof 4:09
  • 6 I Feel It 5:13
  • 7 I Still Can’t Stop 4:16
  • 8 Do or Die 4:05
  • 9 Daydreamer 3:49
  • 10 Starlight 4:10

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata