What makes Hypomanic by Leng Tch'e notable?

Hypomanic received significant attention within the grindcore community for its unyielding intensity and complexity, earning praise from various metal publications. Its unique blend of socio-political commentary and extreme musicality has influenced subsequent acts in the genre, marking it as a notable entry in early 2010s grindcore. Released on January 1, 2010, Hypomanic is Leng Tch'e's fourth studio album, following their 2007 effort, Marasmus. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its identity within the grindcore scene while pushing into even more abrasive territory. The album reflects their evolution as they continued to refine their sound and lyrical themes.

How many songs are on Hypomanic?

Hypomanic has 14 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Hypomanic

Leng Tch'e · 2010

41 min · 14 tracks · grindcore

A relentless barrage of chaotic riffs and guttural vocals push the boundaries of grindcore in a visceral sonic experience.

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Wirehead Imbeciles — Opening with a frenzied pace, this track sets the tone for the album's relentless energy and introduces listeners to the band's signature sound.
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Anthropocentric Suicide — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend intricate guitar work with harsh vocal delivery, showcasing their technical prowess within a brief runtime.
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Silence Is Better Than Unmeaning Words — With its contrasting dynamics, this track encapsulates the thematic depth of the album while providing an intense auditory experience that highlights lyrical sophistication.
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Perfervid Odyssey — The closing track stands out for its extended length and progressive structure, allowing for an immersive exploration of themes featured throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

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Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Hypomanic showcases intense grindcore with complex structures and socio-political themes, making it a notable entry in the genre.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo that rarely drops below fast-paced, with most tracks clocking in under two minutes.
Vocals are predominantly guttural and aggressive, often layered to create a chaotic soundscape.
The lyrics address socio-political themes, providing a stark contrast to the relentless musical aggression.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Wirehead Imbeciles 2:08
2 A.men 1:38
3 The Stockholm Malevolence Project 2:17
4 World State Abomination 2:11
5 Refined Torture 2:37
6 Misleading Innuendos 2:35
7 Obiter Dicta 1:05
8 Death's Head Cockroach 3:51
9 Totalitarian 2:15
10 Anthropocentric Suicide 2:47
11 Silence Is Better Than Unmeaning Words 3:12
12 Violence Does Even Justice 2:45
13 Corrosive Rotgut 2:38
14 Perfervid Odyssey 9:05

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