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Rudim3ntal

Rudimental · 2025

47 min · 15 tracks · drum and bass

Uplifting drum and bass rhythms intertwine with soulful vocals, creating an energetic yet reflective sonic landscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Confidence Start here — Opening the album, this track sets an empowering tone with its infectious beat and uplifting lyrics that encourage self-assurance and resilience.
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    Green & Gold — This standout track blends smooth melodies with rhythmic elements, showcasing the group's ability to merge pop sensibilities within a drum and bass framework.
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    Dancing is Healing — With its vibrant energy and celebratory message, this song captures the essence of joy and community, making it a quintessential anthem for dance floors.
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    London Burning — This track highlights the urban narrative prevalent throughout the album, combining poignant lyrics about city life with dynamic production that resonates deeply.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic rhythms with soulful vocals, showcasing strong production and varied pacing.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more reflective pieces in the latter half.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that interact dynamically with the drum and bass rhythms, creating a rich texture.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a more introspective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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
6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • uplifting anthems for celebration
  • steady groove for social gatherings
  • joyful vibes for active moments
  • feel-good tracks for motivation
  • consistent flow for easy listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • looking for deep lyrical complexity

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a hiatus, receiving critical acclaim in the dance music scene.
Themes
dance floor community· London nightlife
Career context
Rudimental's album 'Rudim3ntal' marks their return after a three-year hiatus following their commercially successful release 'Toast to Our Differences' in 2022. By 2025, they had solidified their reputation as pioneers in the UK drum and bass scene, blending diverse influences while continuing to innovate within their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Disclosure· Sigma· Nero
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Dancing is Healing

    The moment shifts from a personal narrative to a collective call for unity on the dance floor.

    This structural change emphasizes community over isolation, framing dance not just as a personal escape but as a shared healing experience.

Tracklist

  • 1 Confidence Start here 4:12
  • 2 Green & Gold 2:40
  • 3 All I Know 2:56
  • 4 The Feeling 2:48
  • 5 Dancing is Healing 2:57
  • 6 Nights Like These 3:27
  • 7 Back to Me 2:39
  • 8 Bring Me Joy 2:25
  • 9 Ram Pam 2:57
  • 10 Chop Dem Down 2:58
  • 11 London Burning 3:17
  • 12 Vex 4:13
  • 13 Stamina 2:54
  • 14 Where Do We Go 3:43
  • 15 Thank You 3:23

What to play next

Ground Control
Listen next

Ground Control

2021

Continues the energetic vibe with a mix of genres and collaborations.
Toast to Our Differences
Go back to

Toast to Our Differences

2019

Sets the stage with diverse sounds and themes leading into Rudim3ntal.
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drum and bass

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Disclosure

Combines dance floor energy with rich vocal textures, resonating with the same uplifting spirit.

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Netsky

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