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Diverse Systems of Throb

Bassnectar

79 min · 17 tracks · electronic dance music

A kaleidoscopic blend of bass-heavy beats and intricate soundscapes that invites listeners to immerse themselves in a vibrant auditory journey.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Replenish Start here — This track features a dynamic interplay of melodic elements and heavy drops, embodying the album's core balance between introspection and energy.
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    The Wicked Twitch of the West — Blending playful samples with intense basslines, this track exemplifies Bassnectar's skill in creating infectious grooves that keep listeners engaged on the dance floor.
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    Creation Lullaby — With its lush textures and soothing rhythms, this track provides a moment of calm amidst the high-energy pace of the album, showcasing Bassnectar's versatility as a producer.
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    Dubuasca — This standout track combines world music influences with Bassnectar's signature dubstep sound, illustrating his ability to weave diverse cultural elements into electronic music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate soundscapes and cohesive flow highlight Bassnectar's production skills, making it a notable entry in EDM.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with driving beats, while the latter half introduces more atmospheric and downtempo elements.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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

  • pulsing bass-heavy landscapes
  • wave-like dynamic progression
  • immersive late-night journeys
  • energetic beats for dancing
  • atmospheric soundscapes for reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek standalone singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album marked Bassnectar's transition to mainstream recognition as a festival headliner.
Themes
bass-heavy grooves· cultural soundscapes
Career context
Released in 2014, Diverse Systems of Throb marked a transitional phase for Bassnectar as he evolved from underground producer to mainstream festival headliner. This album followed his commercially successful release, Noise vs. Beauty, showcasing his ability to blend diverse influences while maintaining the experimental edge that defined his earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Pretty Lights· GRiZ· Tiësto

Tracklist

  • 1 Intro 0:54
  • 2 Replenish Start here 6:18
  • 3 The Wicked Twitch of the West 3:44
  • 4 Laughter Crescendo 5:14
  • 5 Creation Lullaby 6:33
  • 6 Pleasure the Bassnympho 5:10
  • 7 Simultaneous 7:57
  • 8 Segg Weigh 0:36
  • 9 A.R.F. (Bassnectar remix) 4:39
  • 10 Zealots Slow Down (Bassnectar remix) 3:31
  • 11 Dorfex Bos (Bassnectar remix) 5:14
  • 12 Breathing 2:59
  • 13 Dubuasca 6:42
  • 14 Nostalgia Worship 6:45
  • 15 Skin 5:14
  • 16 Inspire the Empathic 5:30
  • 17 [unknown] 2:40

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata