Dead Start Program
John Tejada · 2018
50 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
An intricate weave of hypnotic rhythms and ambient textures creates a reflective journey through electronic soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Autoseek Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its pulsing beat and ethereal synths, encapsulating the album's blend of rhythm and melody.
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Sleep Spindle — With its layered textures and introspective vibe, this track exemplifies Tejada's skill in creating immersive sonic environments that invite deep listening.
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Telemetry — This track features intricate percussion patterns that highlight Tejada's craftsmanship, making it a standout piece that showcases his rhythmic innovation.
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Heal — Closing the album, this track embodies a sense of resolution with its soothing melodies and gentle progression, leaving listeners in a contemplative state.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate compositions and solid production, rewarding repeated listens with its depth.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering intricate rhythms and textures over time.
- Several tracks utilize minimalistic elements, with sparse instrumentation allowing for moments of silence that enhance the overall atmosphere.
- The final three tracks introduce a more ambient sound, creating a sense of resolution and reflection as the album concludes.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady rhythmic exploration
- meditative soundscape immersion
- gradual peaks of tension
- focused work background energy
- thoughtful listening in order
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and innovation in Tejada's established sound.
- Themes
- hypnotic rhythms· immersive soundscapes· reflective journeys
- Career context
- By 2018, John Tejada was an established figure in the electronic music scene, known for his deep house and minimal techno sound. 'Dead Start Program' marked his return after a brief hiatus following his 2016 album, showcasing his continued evolution as a producer and artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sasha· James Holden· Kiasmos
Tracklist
- 1 Autoseek Start here 4:01
- 2 Detector 5:21
- 3 Sleep Spindle 4:25
- 4 Hypochondriac 5:24
- 5 Loss 3:03
- 6 The Looping Generation 4:36
- 7 Telemetry 3:59
- 8 Duty Cycle 5:18
- 9 All at Sea 3:58
- 10 Heal 5:14
- 11 Quipu 4:39
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Substrata
Biosphere
Both create immersive ambient soundscapes with hypnotic rhythms, for reflective listening.
Kiasmos
Kiasmos
Shares intricate rhythmic patterns and lush textures that evoke a similar sense of introspection.
Emergence
Max Cooper
Combines electronic intricacy with ambient layers, crafting a reflective journey through sound.
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