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Hold Your Colour

Pendulum · 2005

79 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · electro house · drum and bass

An explosive fusion of drum and bass with rock elements, driving energy from start to finish.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • explosive energy for workouts
  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for dancing
  • intense moments of catharsis
  • for high-energy parties

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer calm, subdued atmospheres
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
Australian electronic scene· dancefloor intensity· aggressive beats
Career context
Released in January 2005, 'Hold Your Colour' was Pendulum's debut studio album. At this point, they were emerging from the Australian electronic scene and transitioning into a global presence. The album showcased their innovative blend of drum and bass with rock influences, setting the stage for their subsequent rise in popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Noisia· Sub Focus· The Prodigy
Sounds like this from elsewhere
The Fat of the Land by The Prodigy — Shares aggressive beats and fusion of electronic with rock energy, driving intensity throughout.
Split the Atom by Noisia — Combines complex drum and bass rhythms with a heavy, energetic sound that resonates with dancefloor vibes.
Take to the Skies by Enter Shikari — Merges post-hardcore with electronic elements, creating an explosive energy akin to Pendulum's style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Prelude 0:52
  • 2 Slam 5:44
  • 3 Plasticworld 6:21
  • 4 Fasten Your Seatbelt 6:38
  • 5 Through the Loop 6:13
  • 6 Sounds of Life 5:21
  • 7 Girl in the Fire 4:53
  • 8 Tarantula 5:31
  • 9 Out Here 6:07
  • 10 Hold Your Colour 5:28
  • 11 The Terminal 5:42
  • 12 Streamline 5:23
  • 13 Another Planet 7:38
  • 14 Still Grey 7:51

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