High Society
High Contrast · 2004
73 min · 12 tracks · drum and bass
A vibrant fusion of liquid drum and bass infused with soulful melodies and intricate production techniques.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lovesick — Opening with an infectious hook and lush vocals, Lovesick encapsulates the album's emotional depth while showcasing High Contrast's signature sound design.
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Angels and Fly — This track stands out due to its ethereal ambiance and intricate layering of sounds, illustrating the balance between upbeat rhythms and heartfelt melodies.
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Natural High — Natural High features a captivating build-up that exemplifies High Contrast’s ability to create euphoric moments within the constraints of drum and bass music.
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Racing Green — With its driving beat and lush instrumentation, Racing Green showcases High Contrast's knack for crafting immersive soundscapes that invite listeners into a sonic journey.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
High Society blends energetic rhythms with soulful melodies, showcasing strong production but not reaching peak distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and energetic rhythms, while the fourth track introduces a more subdued atmosphere with softer instrumentation.
- The album closes with a gradual decrease in tempo, allowing for a smooth transition from the high-energy tracks to a more reflective ending.
- 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- vibrant, energetic rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, High Society was High Contrast's second studio album following his debut, True Colors. At this point in his career, he had already established himself as a prominent figure in the drum and bass scene, recognized for his innovative use of samples and melodic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- London Elektricity· Netsky· Calibre
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lovesick 7:14
- 2 Tutti Frutti 6:06
- 3 High Society 5:25
- 4 Brief Encounter 5:44
- 5 Racing Green 6:46
- 6 Angels and Fly 5:12
- 7 Natural High 6:25
- 8 The Persistence of Memory 6:29
- 9 Twilight’s Last Gleaming 7:36
- 10 Only Two Can Play 4:32
- 11 Yesterday’s Colours 5:50
- 12 The Basement Track 5:41
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