What makes Mad Liberation by GRiZ notable?

Mad Liberation gained critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres, leading to GRiZ's rise within the electronic and funk communities. The album charted on Billboard's Top Dance/Electronic Albums, highlighting its impact on the genre and solidifying GRiZ's influence in the modern electronic landscape. Released in early 2012, Mad Liberation was GRiZ's debut studio album following a series of successful EPs. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from local performances to national recognition, setting the stage for his later acclaim in the electronic music scene.

How many songs are on Mad Liberation?

Mad Liberation has 12 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Mad Liberation

GRiZ · 2012

73 min · 12 tracks · electronica

A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and funk-infused melodies that ignites a danceable energy throughout its runtime.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Too Young for Tragedy — This opening track sets the tone with its introspective lyrics and infectious groove, embodying the album's exploration of youth and resilience.
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Smash the Funk — With its catchy hooks and upbeat brass sections, this track encapsulates GRiZ's signature sound and showcases his ability to blend live instrumentation with electronic elements.
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Where’s the Love — This emotionally-driven track combines soulful vocals with powerful beats, highlighting GRiZ's knack for addressing deeper themes while maintaining an uplifting sound.
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The Future Is Now — Closing out the album, this song emphasizes a forward-thinking message paired with a rich sonic palette, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and motivation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends electronic and funk elements, creating an engaging and danceable experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and layered synths, creating a dense sonic texture that drives the energy.
Each track typically incorporates a prominent bassline that underpins the melodic elements, enhancing the funk influence.
Several tracks transition smoothly into one another, maintaining momentum and encouraging continuous listening without abrupt breaks.

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