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Brace Yourself

Mike Paradinas · 1998

33 min · 8 tracks · drum and bass · intelligent dance music · ambient techno

A kaleidoscopic journey through intricate rhythms and ethereal soundscapes that challenge conventional dance music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo rhythmic exploration
  • kaleidoscopic soundscape immersion
  • in-order listening for cohesion
  • thoughtful background for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Brace Yourself' marks Mike Paradinas' exploration of intelligent dance music during a period of experimentation in his career. Following his acclaimed debut album 'Lunatic Harness', this EP showcases his ability to blend ambient textures with complex drum patterns, solidifying his status within the UK electronic music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Aphex Twin· Boards of Canada· Squarepusher

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Brace Yourself (remix) 5:56
  • 2 Kubba 4:38
  • 3 Vaken Bolt 2:08
  • 4 Losers March 4:42
  • 5 Summer Living 2 4:03
  • 6 Intellitag 3:43
  • 7 Abmoit 4:48
  • 8 Brace Yourself (reprise) 3:18

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