What makes Uprising by Concord Dawn notable?

Uprising received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to drum and bass, charting well in New Zealand and establishing Concord Dawn as key players in the genre. The album's blend of atmospheric elements and dancefloor energy influenced subsequent artists in the electronic music scene, helping to expand the boundaries of drum and bass. Released in 2003, Uprising was Concord Dawn's third studio album, following their acclaimed debut, Disturbance. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation within the drum and bass scene, showcasing a more polished production style while retaining their signature intensity.

How many songs are on Uprising?

Uprising has 11 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Uprising

Concord Dawn · 2003

71 min · 11 tracks · drum and bass

A pulsating journey through dark, atmospheric soundscapes layered with intricate rhythms and haunting melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Morning Light — Opening the album, this track sets a tone with ethereal synths and driving beats that encapsulate the atmospheric quality present throughout Uprising.
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Ninja — This track blends aggressive rhythms with melodic hooks, representing the dynamic range of the album and demonstrating Concord Dawn's ability to balance intensity with musicality.
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Raining Blood — A standout remix of Slayer's classic, it showcases the duo's skill in reinterpreting heavy metal into a drum and bass context while maintaining high energy for clubs.
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Aurora — With its expansive build-up and rich textures, this track exemplifies the emotional depth found in Uprising, contrasting darker themes with moments of uplift.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

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Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines intricate rhythms with atmospheric elements, showcasing strong production and a unique sound within its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a gradual build-up in 'Morning Light', layering atmospheric synths before introducing the beat.
Several tracks incorporate vocal samples that are manipulated and layered, adding to the haunting quality of the soundscapes.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Morning Light 6:42
2 Tonite 5:58
3 Get Ready 5:54
4 Ninja 6:16
5 Raining Blood 6:18
6 Don’t Tell Me 6:18
7 Aurora 7:47
8 Horror Show 6:44
9 Let It Go 6:06
10 Scimitar 6:44
11 Zulu 6:59

What to play next

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Chaos by Design

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Disturbance

2001

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