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Exmilitary

Death Grips · 2011

48 min · 13 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · industrial music · rap rock

A chaotic fusion of industrial noise and aggressive lyricism that defies conventional hip-hop boundaries.

Why this album works

'Exmilitary' is significant for its unfiltered exploration of themes like violence and paranoia, influencing a wave of experimental hip-hop artists. The mixtape received critical acclaim, landing on multiple year-end lists and establishing Death Grips as pioneers in the genre.
Best for
chaotic bursts of intensity wave-like pacing for immersion urgent energy for late nights
Context
Released on April 27, 2011, 'Exmilitary' marked Death Grips' debut mixtape, positioning them as a groundbreaking force in experimental hip-hop. At this point, the band was relatively unknown but would quickly gain notoriety for their unconventional style and intense live performances.
Stylistic neighbors
Earl Sweatshirt· JPEGMafia· Tech N9ne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beware 5:52
  • 2 Guillotine Standout 3:43
  • 3 Spread Eagle Cross the Block Standout 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) Standout 6:10
  • 13 Blood Creepin 4:50

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