Enemy of the Enemy
Asian Dub Foundation · 2003
55 min · 12 tracks · electronica
A fusion of electronic beats and rapcore energy, layered with politically charged lyrics and vibrant multicultural influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fortress Europe — Opening with a pulsating rhythm, this track critiques immigration policies in Europe while blending traditional Asian instrumentation with modern electronic vibes.
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Rise to the Challenge — This anthem inspires resilience and activism, showcasing the band's ability to merge infectious hooks with a powerful call-to-action against oppression.
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La Haine — Named after the French film about urban discontent, this track encapsulates themes of rage and defiance with driving beats and confrontational lyrics.
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Power to the Small Massive — This track serves as a rallying cry for grassroots movements, layering urgent rhythms with messages of empowerment and solidarity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic beats with diverse influences, maintaining a strong thematic focus throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid-fire beats and layered samples, establishing a high-energy atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional instruments alongside electronic elements, creating a multicultural soundscape.
- The album includes interludes that shift the mood between heavier tracks, allowing for brief moments of reflection.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- politically charged energy burst
- engaging rhythm for workouts
- invigorating sound for protests
- thought-provoking listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow sounds
- want straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 3, 2003, 'Enemy of the Enemy' marks Asian Dub Foundation's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Community Music' in 2000. At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation for combining music with social activism, exploring themes of identity and resistance through their eclectic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Prodigy· Leftfield· Rage Against the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fortress Europe 3:53
- 2 Rise to the Challenge 4:25
- 3 La Haine 3:54
- 4 1000 Mirrors 4:55
- 5 19 Rebellions 5:22
- 6 Blowback 2:56
- 7 2 Face 5:14
- 8 Power to the Small Massive 4:23
- 9 Dhol Rinse 3:17
- 10 Basta 4:32
- 11 Cyberabad 5:01
- 12 Enemy of the Enemy 7:15
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