Exmilitary
Death Grips · 2011
48 min · 13 tracks · hardcore hip-hop
A frenetic collision of punk energy and industrial noise wrapped in abrasive beats and unhinged vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Guillotine — This track stands out with its relentless beat and aggressive lyrics, serving as a defining example of Death Grips' distinctive blend of punk and hip-hop energy.
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Beware — Opening with a haunting soundscape, Beware showcases the group's ability to merge unsettling industrial elements with incisive lyricism that critiques societal norms.
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I Want It I Need It (Death Heated) — This track captures the visceral urgency that characterizes Exmilitary, blending chaotic instrumentals with urgent vocals that convey an overwhelming sense of desire and desperation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Exmilitary's chaotic energy and unique sound solidify its place in experimental hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive beats and rapid-fire vocal delivery, establishing a high-energy tone that persists throughout the mixtape.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo shifts and dissonant soundscapes, creating a sense of chaos and unpredictability.
- The use of industrial noise elements is prominent, with distorted samples and heavy bass lines driving the intensity of the music.
- 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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9/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- chaotic bursts of intensity
- wave-like pacing for immersion
- urgent energy for late nights
- cathartic release through aggression
- focused listening for detail
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, consistent sounds
- seek straightforward lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Exmilitary is Death Grips' debut mixtape, establishing the band as a formidable force within the experimental hip-hop scene. This project followed a series of underground performances, positioning them on the cusp of mainstream recognition and paving the way for their later critically acclaimed albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Black Midi· Shabazz Palaces· Ho99o9
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beware 5:52
- 2 Guillotine 3:43
- 3 Spread Eagle Cross the Block 3:51
- 4 Lord of the Game 3:30
- 5 Takyon (Death Yon) 2:48
- 6 Cut Throat (instrumental) 1:12
- 7 Klink 3:22
- 8 Culture Shock 4:20
- 9 5D 0:43
- 10 Thru the Walls 3:55
- 11 Known for It 4:12
- 12 I Want It I Need It (Death Heated) 6:10
- 13 Blood Creepin 4:50
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