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Meshwork

X Marks the Pedwalk · 1995

56 min · 9 tracks · electro-industrial

A hypnotic blend of pulsating beats and atmospheric synths that captures the essence of mid-90s electro-industrial sound.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Monomaniac — This track exemplifies the album's intricate layering of rhythms and haunting melodies, showcasing the band's ability to create both danceable and immersive soundscapes.
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    Free and Alive — With its driving beat and uplifting chorus, this song highlights the balance between darkness and euphoria that characterizes much of X Marks the Pedwalk's work.
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    Emotion — The track stands out for its contemplative lyrics and dynamic shifts, revealing a more introspective side of the band's electro-industrial style.
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    Never Look Back — Featuring an infectious hook and energetic production, this song encapsulates the album's overall theme of resilience and forward momentum.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

57 /100
Foothills
Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends atmospheric synths and beats, creating a cohesive yet distinctive electro-industrial sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of layered synth textures that create a dense atmospheric sound throughout its tracks.
  • Each song typically follows a structure of building tension with repetitive motifs, culminating in a climactic release before fading out.
  • Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, adding an additional layer of narrative to the instrumental backdrop.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Meshwork.M.1 5:23
  • 2 Monomaniac 6:21
  • 3 Free and Alive 6:56
  • 4 Special Sign 7:05
  • 5 Emotion 7:16
  • 6 Never Look Back 5:45
  • 7 T.O.L. 6:13
  • 8 N-A-Lyse 6:24
  • 9 Meshwork.Y.2 4:42

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