What makes Lets Get Killed by David Holmes notable?

Let's Get Killed is significant for its pioneering approach to mixing electronic music with cinematic elements, influencing later artists in the genre. The album gained critical acclaim and showcased Holmes's unique ability to create vibrant audio landscapes that complemented visual storytelling, impacting the soundtracks for films and advertisements in the years that followed. In 1997, David Holmes released Let's Get Killed as his sophomore album, following his debut, the acclaimed 'This Film's Crap, Let's Slash the Seats.' At this point in his career, Holmes was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the electronic music scene, known for his innovative production techniques and film score work.

Who is Lets Get Killed for?

Lets Get Killed works well if you're into cinematic soundscapes for urban exploration, short interludes that enhance flow and immersive beats for focused listening.

How many songs are on Lets Get Killed?

Lets Get Killed has 13 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Lets Get Killed

David Holmes · 1997

59 min · 13 tracks · electronic music

A cinematic blend of electronic soundscapes, immersive beats, and eclectic samples weaving through a narrative of urban life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Let’s Get Killed — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its driving rhythms and haunting vocal samples, drawing listeners into its narrative world.
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My Mate Paul — This track stands out with its infectious groove and playful use of sampling, highlighting Holmes's knack for blending humor and energy.
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Freaknik — Freaknik showcases Holmes's ability to fuse diverse musical styles, creating an exhilarating atmosphere that reflects the chaos of urban life.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's cinematic approach and seamless transitions create a unique auditory experience.

What we noticed

Several tracks utilize unconventional structures, eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of more abstract arrangements.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

cinematic soundscapes for urban exploration
short interludes that enhance flow
immersive beats for focused listening
eclectic samples sparking curiosity

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
want consistent high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: In 1997, David Holmes released Let's Get Killed as his sophomore album, following his debut, the acclaimed 'This Film's Crap, Let's Slash the Seats.' At this point in his career, Holmes was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the electronic music scene, known for his innovative production techniques and film score work.
Stylistic neighbors: Air· Thievery Corporation· Bonobo

Tracklist

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

1 Listen 0:50
2 My Mate Paul 5:13
3 Let’s Get Killed 7:28
4 Gritty Shaker 6:40
5 Head Rush on Lafayette 1:20
6 Rodney Yates 6:24
7 Radio 7 5:49
8 The Parcus & Madder Show 0:51
9 Slashers Revenge 4:46
10 Freaknik 6:45
11 Caddell Returns 5:42
12 Don’t Die Just Yet 6:33
13 For You 0:58

What to play next

Listen next

Bow Down to the Exit Sign

2000

Go back to

This Film's Crap Let's Slash the Seats

1995

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