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When The Night Comes

Breakage · 2015

52 min · 14 tracks · dubstep

A sonic journey through intricate rhythms and textures that meld dubstep's heavy bass with atmospheric soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Vellocet — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its hypnotic beats and immersive atmosphere, drawing listeners into Breakage's sonic world.
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    Own Worst Enemy — The track features a compelling blend of vocal samples and deep basslines, exemplifying Breakage's skillful production and emotional resonance.
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    Future — With its forward-thinking sound design and rhythmic experimentation, this track encapsulates the innovative spirit of the album and Breakage’s artistic vision.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and composition within the dubstep genre, with an immersive flow and distinctive sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of deep bass lines layered with intricate percussion patterns, creating a dense sonic texture.
  • Transitions between tracks often utilize ambient interludes, allowing for a seamless flow from one piece to the next.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective moments of deep thought
  • steady pacing for reflective listening
  • inviting movement through heavy basslines
  • short interludes enhance the journey
  • evening ambiance for winding down

Maybe skip if you

  • seek instant gratification in music
  • prefer upbeat party soundtracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When The Night Comes is Breakage's first album since his acclaimed 2012 release, Drafting. At this point in his career, Breakage was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in the UK electronic music scene, expanding his sound while maintaining a connection to his dubstep roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Benga· Skream· Digital Mystikz

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Vellocet 4:10
  • 2 Revelation 4:23
  • 3 Treading Water 4:03
  • 4 Aquamission 0:48
  • 5 Stolen 4:11
  • 6 Own Worst Enemy 4:33
  • 7 To Be Around You 4:09
  • 8 I on U 3:38
  • 9 Switchermission 1:17
  • 10 Future 3:33
  • 11 Dedication 3:52
  • 12 Creepers 4:49
  • 13 Natty 3:52
  • 14 Bad Blood 5:04

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata