M³
Benn Jordan · 2000
73 min · 24 tracks · electronic music
Eclectic electronic soundscapes merge playful rhythms and experimental textures, inviting listeners into a whimsical auditory journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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God Sheds Snake Skin — This track stands out for its intricate layering of sounds that creates an atmospheric depth, reflecting Jordan's ability to blend melody with experimental elements.
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Little by Little — With its catchy hooks and rhythmic playfulness, this track encapsulates the album's whimsical nature while showcasing Jordan's knack for crafting memorable melodies.
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Burning Roses Falling — This piece exemplifies emotional depth through its haunting soundscape, highlighting Jordan's skill in conveying feelings through abstract electronic composition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalM³ showcases eclectic compositions and innovative production, marking a notable entry in early 2000s electronic music.
What we noticed
- The album features a wide range of electronic textures, with tracks often shifting between playful rhythms and ambient soundscapes.
- The sequencing includes interludes that serve as transitions between more substantial pieces, contributing to the overall flow.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- whimsical auditory exploration
- playful rhythms and textures
- dynamic journey with peaks
- short bursts of creativity
- for curious listeners
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of straightforward structure
- prefer lengthy, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, M³ marked Benn Jordan's first full-length album after establishing himself with various EPs and singles in the late 1990s. At this point, he was transitioning from his earlier work in the IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) scene to explore more diverse electronic styles and concepts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tycho· Bonobo· Boards of Canada
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Porn Joke P 2:30
- 2 Dance of the Fat Kids 1:54
- 3 God Sheds Snake Skin 4:25
- 4 Don’t Wait Up 2:42
- 5 5:25:001 Orchestra 1:55
- 6 Brown #12 5:51
- 7 Burk Diggler (Pissant Giggler) 2:29
- 8 Little by Little 3:27
- 9 Kibbles and Wizard 3:10
- 10 The Exit Track 2:18
- 11 Metropolitan Donut 2:46
- 12 Punching Red Holes 2:20
- 13 Neck Break b+e²+ts 2:15
- 14 Burning Roses Falling 5:24
- 15 Plastic Dreams 5:01
- 16 Purple #12 1:11
- 17 Orange #9 3:20
- 18 Black #8 3:57
- 19 Orange #7 1:32
- 20 Down Syndrome Dance Squad 2:39
- 21 Rain 4:35
- 22 Spring Insomnia Jam Session 2:05
- 23 Amber Shores 3:17
- 24 Black #13 2:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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