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Bass Cannon
Electronic · 2011

Bass Cannon

Flux Pavilion

A high-voltage pillar of 2011 dubstep defined by its massive, brassy synth fanfares and a sub-bass weight designed to be felt as much as heard.

March 21, 2011 · Circus Records (5)

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Bass Cannon is a masterclass in the maximalist dubstep sound that dominated the early 2010s. It is built around a singular, earth-shaking hook: a massive, distorted synth line that mimics the triumphant blare of a brass section. This isn't just music for listening; it is music for physical endurance. The track's primary goal is to overwhelm the senses with a wall of sound that feels both industrial and celebratory. The production is incredibly dense, utilizing heavy compression to ensure every snare hit and bass wobble lands with maximum impact.

Moments Worth Listening For
The moment the titular Bass Cannon vocal sample drops into a wall of distorted, brassy synth chords.
The rhythmic wobble mid-track that syncs perfectly with the half-time snare, creating a sense of immense weight.
The brief melodic bridge where the distortion clears slightly before the final, most aggressive drop.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Bass Cannon sound next to the rest of Flux Pavilion's catalogue?

Spoken Word+2.2σ

The vocals lean far further into spoken word than the rest of the catalogue.

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