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Generation Star Wars

Alec Empire · 1994

74 min · 13 tracks · techno · ambient · digital hardcore

A frenetic fusion of digital hardcore and techno, exploding with chaotic energy and biting social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • chaotic energy for intense moments
  • social commentary through frenetic sounds
  • dynamic progression keeps engagement
  • headphone detail for sonic exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks soothing background ambiance
  • prefers straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'Generation Star Wars' was Alec Empire's first full-length album after his work with the influential digital hardcore band Atari Teenage Riot. At this point, he was establishing himself as a prominent solo artist, building on the underground success of the genre while pushing its boundaries further into experimental territory.
Stylistic neighbors
Merzbow· The Prodigy· Squarepusher

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lash the 90ties 10:34
  • 2 Stahl & Blausäure 4:50
  • 3 13465 4:09
  • 4 Maschinenvolk 7:39
  • 5 Sonyprostitutes 5:39
  • 6 Blutrote Nacht über Berlin 6:59
  • 7 Pussy Heroin 6:24
  • 8 New Acid 6:26
  • 9 Smack 4:57
  • 10 N.Y.-Summer I 1:24
  • 11 Konsumfreiheit 4:36
  • 12 Microchipkinder 5:13
  • 13 Sieg über die Mayday-HJ 5:13

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