When Robots Go Bad
Hexstatic · 2007
50 min · 13 tracks · electronica
A vibrant mix of glitchy beats and catchy hooks that merge playful samples with a futuristic electronic soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Red Laser Beam — This track opens the album with a punchy rhythm and infectious energy, establishing the playful tone that defines the entire project.
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Freak Me — Freak Me stands out for its blend of smooth vocals and intricate beats, showcasing Hexstatic's ability to merge catchy melodies with complex arrangements.
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Tokyo Traffic — This track encapsulates the album's urban vibe, featuring dynamic rhythms and eclectic samples that reflect the frenetic energy of city life.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases inventive production with engaging samples but has moments that disrupt its overall flow.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of glitchy beats and playful samples, creating a lively electronic soundscape throughout.
- Several tracks utilize interludes that break the flow, such as 'Lab Rat', providing brief pauses before returning to more energetic pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful samples for upbeat vibes
- short tracks for quick energy
- for lively gatherings
- quirky beats spark creativity
- energetic interludes keep attention
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, more introspective music
- seek traditional song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Robots Go Bad is Hexstatic's third studio album, released in 2007 following their critically acclaimed album, Masterpiece. At this point in their career, Hexstatic was established as key figures in the British electronica scene, known for their innovative use of visual media alongside music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amon Tobin· The Chemical Brothers· Plump DJs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red Laser Beam 3:29
- 2 Roll Over 5:07
- 3 Tokyo Traffic 4:19
- 4 Freak Me 3:54
- 5 Prom Night Party (Hexstatic remix) 4:10
- 6 TLC 4:19
- 7 Move On 3:59
- 8 A Different Place 3:53
- 9 Subway 3:22
- 10 Lab Rat (interlude) 2:48
- 11 Newton's Cradle 3:47
- 12 Newaves 3:06
- 13 Bust 3:48
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