The Mindsweep
Enter Shikari · 2015
44 min · 12 tracks · post-hardcore · electronicore
A frenetic blend of electronicore and post-hardcore that explores themes of societal disillusionment and personal introspection.
Why this album works
'The Mindsweep' received critical acclaim upon its release, debuting at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and demonstrating Enter Shikari's influence in the post-hardcore genre. The album's exploration of socio-political issues resonated with audiences, contributing to discussions around mental health and activism within music, solidifying their reputation as thoughtful lyricists in a genre often dominated by aggression.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts themes of societal disillusionment cathartic release through intensity
- Context
- By the time 'The Mindsweep' was released in January 2015, Enter Shikari had established themselves as a leading force in the post-hardcore scene, following their acclaimed album 'Common Dreads' in 2009 and the commercially successful 'A Flash Flood of Colour' in 2012. This album marked a point of artistic maturity for the band, showcasing their evolving sound and deepening lyrical complexity as they navigated the pressures of fame and societal critique.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Muse· Robbie Williams· Ed Sheeran· Ellie Goulding· Depeche Mode· Manic Street Preachers· Gorillaz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Appeal & The Mindsweep I Standout 4:51
- 2 The One True Colour 3:53
- 3 Anaesthetist Standout 2:55
- 4 The Last Garrison 3:42
- 5 Never Let Go of the Microscope 4:02
- 6 Myopia 4:10
- 7 Torn Apart 3:54
- 8 Interlude 0:56
- 9 The Bank of England 3:23
- 10 There’s a Price on Your Head 2:49
- 11 Dear Future Historians… Standout 6:28
- 12 The Appeal & The Mindsweep II 3:41
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