Released 20 years ago this October
Hello Everything
Squarepusher · 2006
63 min · 12 tracks · electronic music
A whirlwind of frenetic beats and playful melodies that blur the lines between electronic experimentation and accessible pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hello Meow — This opening track establishes the album's playful tone with a mix of infectious rhythms and whimsical melodies that encapsulate Squarepusher's unique style.
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Planetarium — With its expansive sound and intricate layers, this track demonstrates Squarepusher's ability to create immersive auditory experiences that push conventional boundaries.
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Rotate Electrolyte — A standout piece featuring complex drum patterns and rich textures, it exemplifies the album’s blend of technical prowess with engaging musicality.
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The Modern Bass Guitar — This track showcases Squarepusher's virtuosic bass playing within an electronic framework, reflecting his innovative approach to instrumentation in a digital age.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends intricate electronic experimentation with accessible melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks often shifting from frenetic beats to more melodic sections within the same piece.
- The use of layered synths and intricate sound design gives each track a distinct texture, while maintaining a cohesive sonic palette.
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Squarepusher released Hello Everything in 2006, he had already established himself as a leading figure in electronic music since his debut in the mid-1990s. This album arrived after his critically acclaimed work on albums like Go Plastic and Ultravisitor, showcasing a shift towards more melodic compositions while still retaining his trademark complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· Aphex Twin· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hello Meow 4:31
- 2 Theme From Sprite 2:57
- 3 Bubble Life 2:53
- 4 Planetarium 6:09
- 5 Vacuum Garden 6:02
- 6 Circlewave 2 3:53
- 7 Cronecker King 0:48
- 8 Rotate Electrolyte 7:48
- 9 Welcome to Europe 4:32
- 10 Plotinus 7:36
- 11 The Modern Bass Guitar 5:38
- 12 Orient Orange 10:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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