What makes My So-Called Life by Venetian Snares notable?

This album is notable for its critical reception, with several reviews highlighting its innovative fusion of genres and intricate production techniques. It served to solidify Venetian Snares' reputation as a leading figure in breakcore, influencing upcoming artists and expanding the genre's audience. Released in 2010, My So-Called Life marked Venetian Snares' sixth studio album, following the acclaimed Detrimentalist from 2009. At this point in his career, Aaron Funk was firmly established within the breakcore scene, pushing the boundaries of electronic music with increasingly complex compositions and experimental approaches.

Who is My So-Called Life for?

My So-Called Life works well if you're into steady pacing with gradual resolution, frenetic rhythms with introspective moments and in-order listening for full experience.

How many songs are on My So-Called Life?

My So-Called Life has 10 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

My So-Called Life

Venetian Snares · 2010

50 min · 10 tracks · breakcore

Frantic breakcore rhythms intertwine with haunting melodies and discordant samples, creating a chaotic yet immersive soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Posers and Camera Phones — Opening the album, this track sets a frenetic tone with rapid-fire beats and playful sampling that encapsulate the album's chaotic spirit.
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Goodbye9/Hello10 — This track blends melodic elements with relentless percussion, embodying the emotional complexity often found in Funk's work while showcasing his signature style.
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Ultraviolent Junglist — A standout track that interweaves aggressive rhythms with jungle influences, it exemplifies Funk's ability to seamlessly merge contrasting styles into a cohesive piece.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate production and genre fusion make it a standout in breakcore, though its chaotic nature may limit repeat listens.

What we noticed

The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks often shifting from frenetic beats to slower, more melodic sections.
Samples are layered densely, creating a chaotic soundscape that requires active listening to discern individual elements.

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

Influence 6/10

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

steady pacing with gradual resolution
frenetic rhythms with introspective moments
in-order listening for full experience
poignant melodies amidst chaotic beats

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2010, My So-Called Life marked Venetian Snares' sixth studio album, following the acclaimed Detrimentalist from 2009. At this point in his career, Aaron Funk was firmly established within the breakcore scene, pushing the boundaries of electronic music with increasingly complex compositions and experimental approaches.
Stylistic neighbors: Amon Tobin· Squarepusher· Aphex Twin