Hi Viz (album)
The Presets · 2018
52 min · 12 tracks · electronic music
A vibrant blend of electronic beats and catchy melodies that pulse with a playful, dance-floor energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Do What You Want — This track encapsulates the album's ethos of liberation and self-expression through its upbeat tempo and infectious hooks. Its call to action resonates strongly within the context of contemporary dance music.
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Downtown Shutdown — With its driving beat and layered synths, this track exemplifies the album's exploration of urban nightlife, capturing both exhilaration and unease in a bustling city environment.
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Feel Alone — The emotional depth of this track contrasts sharply with the album's generally upbeat vibe, showcasing The Presets' ability to blend introspection with vibrant production.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic beats with atmospheric moments, showcasing solid production and a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces.
- The album includes moments where rhythmic elements drop out entirely, allowing for atmospheric interludes before building back up to danceable grooves.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- dance floor energy boosts
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- infectious rhythms for celebration
- pulsating beats for movement
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening preferences
- minimalist soundscape enthusiasts
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2018, Hi Viz is The Presets' fourth studio album, following their 2012 release, Pacifica. At this point in their career, the band was looking to reinvent their sound while retaining their signature electronic pop roots. This album marked a return after a five-year hiatus, showcasing a renewed creative direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Empire of the Sun· Cut Copy· M83
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Are You Here?
The bridge shifts perspectives as it questions presence and connection amidst uncertainty.
This pivot highlights vulnerability in an otherwise energetic song, creating a poignant moment that deepens the listener's engagement.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Knuckles 3:28
- 2 Do What You Want 3:01
- 3 Martini 4:00
- 4 Beethoven 4:12
- 5 Downtown Shutdown 5:16
- 6 Out of Your Mind 3:03
- 7 Tools Down 4:33
- 8 Feel Alone 5:41
- 9 Brains 1:57
- 10 Are You Here? 5:22
- 11 14U+14ME 4:54
- 12 Until the Dark 6:57
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