The Uprising
Foreign Beggars · 2012
68 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of grime, dubstep, and hip-hop, pulsating with inventive beats and sharp lyrical delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Amen — This track combines a catchy hook with an infectious beat, exemplifying the album's energetic spirit and showcasing the group's lyrical prowess.
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Mind’s Eye — With its introspective lyrics and heavy bass drops, this track stands out by highlighting the group's reflective side amidst their typically high-energy sound.
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Flying to Mars — The blend of playful lyrics and intricate production makes this track a memorable highlight, representing the eclectic nature of The Uprising.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases inventive production and sharp lyrics but has a mixed cohesion due to its remix-heavy conclusion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing and experimental sounds.
- Several tracks incorporate rapid-fire lyrical delivery, with verses often layered over complex beat structures that blend grime and dubstep elements.
- The album includes multiple remixes at the end, which shift the original tracks into different styles, altering their sonic landscape significantly.
- 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
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- high-energy party anthems
- lyrical dexterity that captivates
- remix variety for fresh experiences
- short tracks for quick bursts
- dynamic rhythms for active listening
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening experience
- long-form cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2012, The Uprising marks Foreign Beggars' fourth studio album, showcasing their evolution after the critically acclaimed United Colors. At this point, the group was solidifying its presence in the electronic music scene while experimenting with more diverse sounds and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nero· Flux Pavilion· Skepta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amen 3:48
- 2 Apex 3:42
- 3 Crep Hype 2:47
- 4 We Does This 3:01
- 5 Mind’s Eye 4:27
- 6 Flying to Mars 3:55
- 7 Anywhere 5:38
- 8 Goon Bags 3:03
- 9 Palm of My Hand 3:11
- 10 Working Angles 2:57
- 11 Never Stop 3:48
- 12 See the Light 4:51
- 13 Still Getting It 4:02
- 14 Amen (80Kidz Remix) 4:58
- 15 Flying to Mars (Banvox Remix) 4:59
- 16 Apex (Dirtyphonics Remix) 4:10
- 17 Flying to Mars (12th Planet's Martian Trapstep Remix) 4:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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