Ufabulum cover

Ufabulum

Squarepusher · 2012

51 min · 10 tracks · electronic

A frenetic blend of glitchy beats and melodic synths that pushes the boundaries of electronic music.

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 want

  • seeking consistent, predictable beats
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'Ufabulum' marked Squarepusher's return to Warp Records after a brief hiatus, following his 2008 album 'Just a Souvenir'. This album showcased his continued evolution as an artist, incorporating more complex rhythms and textures while maintaining his signature style. It came at a time when electronic music was rapidly evolving, with Squarepusher reaffirming his place in the scene.
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