Ufabulum
Squarepusher · 2012
51 min · 10 tracks · electronic music
A frenetic blend of intricate beats and glitchy soundscapes that pushes the boundaries of electronic music.
Top tracks — play these first
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4001 — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its complex rhythms and layered synths, encapsulating Squarepusher's signature sound and technical prowess.
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Energy Wizard — This track exemplifies Squarepusher's ability to fuse frenetic drum patterns with melodic elements, showcasing an exhilarating blend of chaos and harmony.
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Dark Steering — With its atmospheric build-up and intricate sonic textures, this track highlights the album's experimental nature and Squarepusher's innovative approach to composition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate compositions and high production quality, maintaining a distinct sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a rapid-fire drum pattern that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- Several tracks incorporate sudden drops in intensity, creating moments of tension before launching back into high-energy sections.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- dynamic journey through sound
- glitchy beats for focused listening
- engaging rhythms for late nights
Maybe skip if you
- seeking consistent, predictable beats
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2012, Squarepusher released Ufabulum as his ninth studio album, following his exploration of live instrumentation in the previous album, Just a Souvenir. This release marked a return to his classic electronic roots while integrating new technological advancements in sound design, showcasing his evolution as a pioneering electronic artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· Aphex Twin· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 4001 6:35
- 2 Unreal Square 5:17
- 3 Stadium Ice 4:21
- 4 Energy Wizard 3:48
- 5 Red in Blue 3:11
- 6 The Metallurgist 3:50
- 7 Drax 2 7:22
- 8 Dark Steering 6:51
- 9 303 Scopem Hard 4:56
- 10 Ecstatic Shock 5:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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