Vapor City
Machinedrum · 2013
52 min · 10 tracks · glitch
A kaleidoscopic blend of glitchy beats, lush synths, and soulful vocals that transport listeners to an otherworldly sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gunshotta — Opening with an infectious rhythm and dynamic vocal samples, this track encapsulates the album’s energetic pulse while showcasing Machinedrum's intricate sound design.
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Infinite Us — This track features ethereal melodies layered over deep bass lines, representing the emotional depth present throughout Vapor City and highlighting Machinedrum's ability to create immersive atmospheres.
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Don’t 1 2 Lose U — With its catchy hook and glitch-inspired production, this song exemplifies the fusion of different styles that defines the album, making it a standout moment in Machinedrum's catalog.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Vapor City blends intricate production with varied tempos and vocal manipulations, creating a distinctive electronic experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths that create a rich, immersive soundscape throughout its ten tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples that are manipulated and processed, adding an experimental edge to the overall production.
- The tempo varies significantly across the album, with some tracks maintaining a steady beat while others explore more abstract rhythmic structures.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- vibrant rhythms for dance floors
- ethereal soundscapes for exploration
- immersive experience in headphones
- dynamic pacing for energetic vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2013, Machinedrum released Vapor City as his fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Room(s) from 2011. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a pioneer in the electronic music scene, blending genres and pushing the boundaries of sound design.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· Flying Lotus· Squarepusher
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Center Your Love
The lyrics shift from introspective reflections to a direct appeal for connection signifies vulnerability amidst uncertainty.
This transition marks a pivotal emotional climax in the song, emphasizing the contrast between isolation and yearning for closeness.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gunshotta 5:46
- 2 Infinite Us 7:11
- 3 Don’t 1 2 Lose U 4:17
- 4 Center Your Love 4:46
- 5 Vizion 2:38
- 6 Rise n Fall 5:35
- 7 SeeSea 4:16
- 8 U Still Lie 4:28
- 9 Eyesdontlie 6:39
- 10 Baby It’s U 7:23
What to play next
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