Myths of the Near Future
Klaxons · 2007
53 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
Fusing dance-punk and electronic rock, this album pulses with infectious energy and futuristic themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Atlantis to Interzone — This track exemplifies the band's lively blend of punk and electronic elements, with its catchy chorus and pulsating beat encapsulating the essence of new rave.
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Golden Skans — With its anthemic quality and danceable rhythm, this song became one of Klaxons' most recognizable hits, showcasing their unique sound and lyrical inventiveness.
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Gravity’s Rainbow — As a standout single, it combines driving beats with surreal lyrics, embodying the band's eclectic style while also serving as a pivotal moment in their rise to fame.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic rock with electronic elements, showcasing strong production and a unique sound for its time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, maintaining an upbeat tempo through the first five songs before introducing more varied rhythms.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, creating a dynamic interplay between the singers.
- The use of synthesizers is prominent throughout, often driving the melodies while guitars provide rhythmic support.
- 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 29, 2007, Myths of the Near Future was Klaxons' debut album, marking their entrance into the mainstream following the underground success of singles like 'Gravity's Rainbow'. The band emerged during the new rave movement, which blended punk energy with electronic music, establishing a distinctive sound that would come to define their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Rapture· LCD Soundsystem· Justice
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Isle of Her
This track features a moment where the imagery shifts from abstract concepts to vivid descriptions of longing and connection.
The shift in focus creates an emotional anchor in a sea of danceable rhythms, grounding the song's energetic vibe with a personal touch.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Two Receivers 4:18
- 2 Atlantis to Interzone 3:18
- 3 Golden Skans 2:45
- 4 Totem on the Timeline 2:41
- 5 As Above, So Below 3:58
- 6 Isle of Her 3:54
- 7 Gravity’s Rainbow 2:36
- 8 Forgotten Works 3:26
- 9 Magick 3:30
- 10 It’s Not Over Yet 3:35
- 11 Four Horsemen of 2012 / [untitled] 19:42
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