Unpatterns
Simian Mobile Disco · 2012
51 min · 9 tracks · pop rock
A hypnotic blend of atmospheric electronics and driving rhythms that invites introspection while maintaining a danceable pulse.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Waited for You Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Cerulean — This track exemplifies the album's intricate layering and fluid transitions, capturing an ethereal quality that defines 'Unpatterns'. Its rhythmic complexity makes it a standout in live performances.
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Put Your Hands Together — With its infectious beat and uplifting energy, this track embodies the album’s dancefloor appeal while cleverly integrating experimental elements into a pop structure.
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Interference — The expansive soundscape in this track showcases the duo's talent for creating immersive atmospheres, merging subtle melodies with pulsating basslines that resonate throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends driving rhythms with atmospheric elements, showcasing strong production and a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks build a steady, hypnotic rhythm that gradually layers atmospheric synths, creating a sense of anticipation.
- Tracks five through seven introduce more complex arrangements with varying textures, shifting the energy while maintaining a cohesive sound.
- The final two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for introspection and a reflective conclusion to the album.
- 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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8/10
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
- steady progression with resolution
- immersive soundscapes for focus
- thoughtful rhythms for deep listening
- engaging textures for headphone detail
- calm energy for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a cohesive sonic exploration and innovation in their catalog.
- Themes
- hypnotic soundscapes· dancefloor experimentation· fluid electronic rhythms
- Career context
- By the time 'Unpatterns' was released in January 2012, Simian Mobile Disco had established themselves as key players in the electronic music scene, following their acclaimed 2009 album 'Temporary Pleasure'. This album marked a transition into a more experimental sound, showcasing their ability to evolve while retaining their distinct identity within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Justice· Hot Chip· The Chemical Brothers
Tracklist
- 1 I Waited for You Start here 4:30
- 2 Cerulean 6:48
- 3 Seraphim 3:49
- 4 A Species Out of Control 5:18
- 5 Interference 6:39
- 6 Put Your Hands Together 7:20
- 7 The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife 5:00
- 8 Your Love Ain't Fair 5:10
- 9 Pareidolia 6:55
What to play next
Whorl
2014
Continues the atmospheric electronics with a more experimental edge.
A Form of Change
2012
Sets the stage for Unpatterns' hypnotic soundscapes.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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