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FabricLive.79

Jimmy Edgar · 2015

72 min · 18 tracks · techno

A vibrant, genre-blurring mix of techno beats and playful electronic textures that energizes the dance floor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Power Top — This track exemplifies Edgar's ability to fuse playful rhythms with hypnotic basslines, creating an irresistible groove that sets the tone for the mix.
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    Let It All Out — With its engaging vocal samples and dynamic build-up, this track highlights Edgar's skillful layering and his knack for maintaining dance floor energy.
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    Feel So Free — This standout track combines uplifting melodies with a driving beat, embodying the euphoric spirit of the mix and showcasing Edgar's melodic sensibilities.
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    Uranus 444 (Side A) — This piece features intricate sound design and varied textures, illustrating Edgar's experimental side while still keeping it danceable and engaging.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
65 /100
Treeline
Higher than 88% of albums we've rated

The album excels in its cohesive flow and innovative use of electronic sounds, making it engaging for repeated listens.

What we noticed

  • The album features a continuous mix of tracks that blend seamlessly into one another, creating an uninterrupted flow.
  • Each track incorporates varying layers of electronic textures and beats, often shifting in intensity and rhythm throughout the runtime.
  • Several tracks utilize unconventional sound samples and effects, contributing to a playful and experimental atmosphere.
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
9/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • inviting movement on dance floor
  • pulsing rhythms for late nights
  • introspective moments between tracks
  • varied pacing keeps engagement
  • energetic flow for social settings

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking quiet, meditative experiences
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
When Jimmy Edgar released FabricLive.79 in January 2015, he was already recognized for his innovative approach to electronic music, following several acclaimed albums such as 'Majenta' (2013). This mix album showcased his evolution within the techno scene, positioning him as a forward-thinking artist blending various influences while engaging with the vibrant Fabric nightlife culture.
Stylistic neighbors
Machinedrum· Shlohmo· Hudson Mohawke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Electric 1:49
  • 2 Power Top 4:11
  • 3 Raw Fusion / Hard Drive 3:40
  • 4 Let It All Out 3:40
  • 5 Submission 3:54
  • 6 Tik Tok 4:30
  • 7 Eeewalk 3:41
  • 8 Rs2000 3:57
  • 9 Work It 4:13
  • 10 Fern Portal 5:01
  • 11 Walk Show 3:58
  • 12 Feel So Free 4:14
  • 13 Ready2go 3:19
  • 14 Another Freaks 2:15
  • 15 Be With Me 5:42
  • 16 Uranus 444 (Side A) 3:11
  • 17 Atlantiz 5:51
  • 18 Uranus 333 (Side B) 5:37

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