More Signal More Noise
Asian Dub Foundation · 2015
48 min · 11 tracks · electronica
A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and rapcore energy, addressing sociopolitical themes through a multicultural lens.
Top tracks — play these first
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Zig Zag Nation — The opening track sets a dynamic tone with its infectious energy and socially charged lyrics, establishing the album's themes of cultural identity and resistance.
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The Signal and the Noise — This track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse catchy melodies with sharp political commentary, making it a standout representation of the album's core message.
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Stand Up — With its anthemic chorus and call to action, this song encapsulates the album's spirit of empowerment and serves as a rallying cry for social justice.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends electronic beats and diverse samples, showcasing strong production and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered electronic textures, with each track building on rhythmic complexity.
- Several tracks incorporate samples from various cultural sources, creating a rich tapestry of sound that reflects its multicultural themes.
- The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining high energy while others slow down to create moments of reflection.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- invigorating call to action
- dynamic energy for movement
- short bursts of intensity
- engaging rhythms for focus
- socially conscious themes throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefers slow, mellow tunes
- seeking lengthy, tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, More Signal More Noise is the seventh studio album from Asian Dub Foundation, coming after their 2013 album, A History of Now. At this point in their career, the band was actively exploring new sounds while maintaining their signature blend of genres, reflecting both growth and experimentation in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Prodigy· Leftfield· Rage Against the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Zig Zag Nation 3:55
- 2 The Signal and the Noise 3:22
- 3 Radio Bubblegum 3:51
- 4 Blade Ragga 6:11
- 5 Semira 4:32
- 6 Stand Up 4:29
- 7 Flyover 2015 4:18
- 8 Hovering 4:48
- 9 Get Lost Bashar 3:42
- 10 Fall of the House of Cards 3:30
- 11 Dubblegum Flute Flavour 5:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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