What makes Lines In Wax EP by Flux Pavilion notable?

Lines In Wax EP solidified Flux Pavilion's reputation as a leading figure in dubstep, particularly with the track I Can't Stop receiving widespread acclaim and becoming a staple in live DJ sets. The EP played a crucial role in bringing dubstep to mainstream audiences, contributing to the genre's explosive growth during the early 2010s. Upon the release of Lines In Wax EP in January 2010, Flux Pavilion was establishing himself within the burgeoning dubstep scene. This EP followed his breakout track, I Can't Stop, which had gained significant traction in late 2009, marking a pivotal moment in his early career.

How many songs are on Lines In Wax EP?

Lines In Wax EP has 4 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Lines In Wax EP

Flux Pavilion · 2010

20 min · 4 tracks · dubstep

A dynamic blend of heavy bass drops and melodic synths create an immersive dubstep experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Can’t Stop — This track epitomizes Flux Pavilion's sound with its infectious hook and dynamic bass lines, showcasing his innovative approach to dubstep production.
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Lines in Wax — The titular track features intricate sound design and emotional depth, blending atmospheric elements with powerful rhythms that exemplify the EP's overall aesthetic.
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Hold Me Close — This song balances melodic vocals with heavy bass drops, highlighting Flux Pavilion's ability to merge emotive songwriting with energetic dubstep beats.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong production and cohesive flow but lacks depth in composition to elevate it further.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a gradual build-up of synths before dropping into heavy bass, setting the tone for the EP.
Each track features distinct melodic elements layered over aggressive bass lines, creating a dynamic contrast.
The EP maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with tracks transitioning smoothly into one another without significant pauses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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.

Disc 1

1 Lines in Wax 5:17
2 Hold Me Close 4:37

Disc 2

1 I Can’t Stop 5:04
2 Haunt You 5:31

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