Ultravisitor
Squarepusher · 2004
79 min · 15 tracks · electronic music
A frenetic blend of jazz, drum and bass, and experimental electronica that pushes the boundaries of traditional soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ultravisitor — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its dynamic shifts and intricate rhythms, showcasing Squarepusher’s mastery in blending genres.
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I Fulcrum — This track combines frenetic beats with melodic elements, illustrating Squarepusher's ability to create tension and release within a compact structure.
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Iambic 9 Poetry — This piece stands out for its experimental use of rhythm and texture, reflecting Squarepusher’s exploration of poetic forms through sound.
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50 Cycles — With its repetitive motifs and hypnotic grooves, this track exemplifies the album's theme of cyclical motion and sonic experimentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases innovative compositions and intricate production, solidifying Squarepusher's unique sound in electronic music.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks often shifting styles mid-way through, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- Several tracks incorporate live instrumentation alongside electronic elements, blending acoustic and digital sounds seamlessly.
- 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
- dynamic exploration of sound
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and flow
- layered, dense sonic textures
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2004, Squarepusher had established himself as a key figure in the electronic music scene, following the release of his acclaimed album 'Go Plastic' in 2001. 'Ultravisitor' came during a period of artistic evolution, where he began to incorporate more live instrumentation alongside his signature programming techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· Aphex Twin· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ultravisitor 8:33
- 2 I Fulcrum 3:31
- 3 Iambic 9 Poetry 6:55
- 4 Andrei 2:00
- 5 50 Cycles 8:33
- 6 Menelec 5:43
- 7 C-Town Smash 1:29
- 8 Steinbolt 7:44
- 9 An Arched Pathway 4:06
- 10 Telluric Piece 1:53
- 11 District Line II 8:33
- 12 Circlewave 6:28
- 13 Tetra-Sync 9:27
- 14 Tommib Help Buss 2:10
- 15 Every Day I Love 2:36
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