Sssnakepit
Enter Shikari · 2011
3 min · 1 track · post-hardcore
An explosive blend of electronic beats and post-hardcore aggression, pushing the boundaries of genre with relentless energy.
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Sssnakepit — The title track encapsulates the album’s frenetic energy and showcases Enter Shikari's signature fusion of electronic sounds with heavy instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The track blends aggressive post-hardcore with electronic elements, showcasing strong craft but limited depth due to its single nature.
What we noticed
- The track features a rapid tempo with alternating sections of heavy guitar riffs and electronic breakdowns, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Vocals shift between aggressive shouting and melodic singing, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
- The song incorporates various electronic elements, including synth layers and samples, which are interwoven with the traditional post-hardcore instrumentation.
- 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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5/10
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry in their catalog showcasing signature sound, but not a standout in broader context.
- Themes
- chaotic nightlife· digital disconnection· post-2010 angst
- Career context
- Sssnakepit was released as Enter Shikari's third studio album, following their breakthrough record Common Dreads in 2009. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending hardcore punk with electronic elements and addressing political themes in their lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· While She Sleeps· Underoath
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sssnakepit 3:26
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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