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Released 20 years ago

Total Anarchy

Skazi · 2006

79 min · 10 tracks · electronic music

A frenetic blend of psytrance and electronic rock, pulsating with energy and chaotic rhythms that ignite the dance floor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Anarchy — The title track encapsulates the album's rebellious spirit with driving beats and electrifying synths, making it a signature piece for Skazi.
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    Vampire — This track features haunting melodies paired with aggressive basslines, creating an immersive atmosphere that exemplifies Skazi's unique blend of genres.
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    Rock 'N' Roll — Combining heavy guitar riffs with trance elements, this track stands out as a perfect representation of Skazi's innovative approach to merging rock and electronic music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic compositions with a mix of electronic and rock elements, appealing to dance music fans.

What we noticed

  • The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks often shifting from high-energy beats to slower, more ambient sections.
  • Each track typically employs a repetitive structure, building layers of sound that create a sense of urgency and chaos.
  • Several tracks incorporate rock elements, such as electric guitar riffs, which blend with the electronic soundscapes.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

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

  • high-energy dance floor ignition
  • chaotic rhythms for wild nights
  • extended tracks for deep immersion
  • pulsating beats that energize movement
  • unpredictable shifts in intensity

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer calm, soothing sounds
  • seek short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Skazi released Total Anarchy in 2006, he was already an established figure in the electronic music scene, following his breakthrough album, The New Sound of Trance, in 2004. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into the fusion of rock elements with trance, solidifying his unique sound and appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Infected Mushroom· Astrix· Vini Vici

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Vampire 8:51
  • 2 Anarchy 7:58
  • 3 Hit 'N' Run 7:38
  • 4 Madness 7:51
  • 5 Move Away 8:31
  • 6 Bang Your Mind 7:54
  • 7 Others 7:03
  • 8 Rock 'N' Roll 8:33
  • 9 K.O. 6:43
  • 10 Fucking My Brain 8:17

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