Released 20 years ago this October
Rolo Tomassi EP
Rolo Tomassi · 2006
23 min · 5 tracks · mathcore
An explosive fusion of chaotic rhythms and haunting melodies that defy genre boundaries, layering mathcore with atmospheric elements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Film Noir — The opening track sets the tone with its frenetic pace and atmospheric tension, immediately engaging listeners with a blend of chaos and melody.
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Cirque du Funk — This track showcases the band's experimental side, intertwining complex time signatures with playful yet dark thematic elements, exemplifying their signature sound.
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C Is for Calculus — At nearly eight minutes long, this track builds an intricate soundscape that evolves over time, highlighting the band's technical proficiency while pushing genre boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases innovative compositions and dynamic contrasts, establishing Rolo Tomassi's unique sound in mathcore.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a rapid-fire drum pattern that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the EP's duration.
- Vocal styles shift between harsh screams and melodic singing, often within the same song, creating a dynamic contrast.
- The closing track incorporates atmospheric elements, gradually fading out with layered instrumentation that contrasts the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- front-loaded chaotic energy
- intricate rhythms for detail lovers
- short bursts of intensity
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- seek straightforward listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Rolo Tomassi EP marked the band's debut release in 2006, establishing their presence in the UK mathcore scene. At this point, Rolo Tomassi was still relatively unknown, and this EP laid the groundwork for their future albums, showcasing their unique sound that would evolve throughout their career.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Film Noir 1:51
- 2 Curby 2:12
- 3 Cirque du Funk 6:32
- 4 Seagull 5:13
- 5 C Is for Calculus 7:38
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