Elektrac is a rare moment when the enigmatic Tom Jenkinson, better known as Squarepusher, steps out from his labyrinthine studio into the real world, forming Shobaleader One to rework his own catalog in a live band setting. This isn’t simply Squarepusher with session musicians—this is a collision of prodigious jazz-fusion chops, analog synth wizardry, and breakneck rhythmic invention. Tracks that once existed as intricate studio constructions are reborn with a new sense of volatility and interplay: the band’s razor-sharp precision propels these compositions into uncharted territory, blending the cerebral with the visceral. Elektrac captures the thrill of musicians pushing their limits in real time, translating the futuristic chaos of Squarepusher’s sound into something tactile and deeply human. For anyone who’s followed the evolution of electronic music, this album stands as a testament to how technology and live musicianship can fuel each other to dizzying heights. It’s a must-have for vinyl collectors who appreciate technical mastery and crave recordings that reward repeated, attentive listening—every spin reveals new layers. Elektrac is not just a reinterpretation, but an electrifying statement on the possibilities of electronic music in the present tense.
Track List:
- Disc 1 -
1-1 - The Swifty - 5:31
1-2 - Coopers World - 5:29
1-3 - Don't Go Plastic - 7:14
1-4 - Iambic 5 Poetry - 5:37
1-5 - Squarepusher Theme - 6:14
- Disc 2 -
2-1 - E8 Boogie - 6:58
2-2 - Deep Fried Pizza - 7:10
2-3 - Megazine - 4:32
2-4 - Delta-V - 4:05
2-5 - Anstromm Feck 4 - 5:10
2-6 - Journey To Reedham - 6:55