Showdown
Pendulum · 2009
31 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · electro house · drum and bass
High-energy drum and bass meets rock-infused melodies, creating an electrifying dancefloor anthem.
Why this album works
- Best for
- high-energy dancefloor anthems steady pacing for workouts live performance excitement
- Context
- In 2009, Pendulum was riding the wave of success following their acclaimed album 'In Silico' (2008). 'Showdown' marked a pivotal moment as the first single released after their commercial peak, showcasing their ability to blend genres and expand their sound further into electronic rock and drum and bass.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electro house, drum and bass
Showdown is a single by Pendulum, released in 2009. High-energy drum and bass meets rock-infused melodies, creating an electrifying dancefloor anthem. 'Showdown' received significant attention, reaching high positions on various dance music charts and earning accolades for its innovative production. The track's remixes by notable artists further solidified Pendulum's influence in both the drum and bass scene and the broader electronic music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Showdown sound like?
High-energy drum and bass meets rock-infused melodies, creating an electrifying dancefloor anthem. Rooted in alternative rock and electro house.
What makes Showdown by Pendulum notable?
'Showdown' received significant attention, reaching high positions on various dance music charts and earning accolades for its innovative production. The track's remixes by notable artists further solidified Pendulum's influence in both the drum and bass scene and the broader electronic music landscape. In 2009, Pendulum was riding the wave of success following their acclaimed album 'In Silico' (2008). 'Showdown' marked a pivotal moment as the first single released after their commercial peak, showcasing their ability to blend genres and expand their sound further into electronic rock and drum and bass.
Who is Showdown for?
Showdown works well if you're into high-energy dancefloor anthems, steady pacing for workouts and live performance excitement.
How many songs are on Showdown?
Showdown has 6 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Showdown Standout 5:28
- 2 Showdown (radio edit) Standout 3:22
- 3 Showdown (DJ Clipz remix) 4:52
- 4 Showdown (Excision remix) Standout 4:47
- 5 Showdown (Red Light remix) 5:10
- 6 Showdown (live at Brixton Academy) 7:39
Release Date
January 5, 2009
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
31 min 18 sec
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