Album Review: 0000000 by DJ Californiacrisis
So, here’s the deal—DJ Californiacrisis dropped this wild ride of an album called 0000000 back in 2015, and it’s one of those things you don’t forget easily. Released under Ende Records (props to Australia for keeping the electronic scene weird), this record dives headfirst into Noise and Breakcore. If you’re into chaotic beats that feel like your brain's being rewired, this is totally your jam.
First off, shoutout to Teal Cereghino for the art direction—it’s got that raw, glitchy vibe that matches the music perfectly. And yeah, big ups to DJ Californiacrisis for pulling double duty as the producer. You can tell they weren’t just phoning it in; every track has this manic energy that feels super intentional.
Now, let’s talk tracks. The album kicks off with “07,” and honestly? It’s a banger. Right from the start, it hits you with these jagged, distorted synths that sound like someone took a blender and turned it into music. But instead of being overwhelming, there’s this strange groove to it—you find yourself nodding along even though your ears are kinda like, “Wait…what?” It’s messy in the best way possible, and I swear, I’ve listened to it on repeat just to figure out how they made it work so well.
Then there’s “03,” which is another standout. This one feels darker, almost industrial, with these pounding drums that sound like machinery coming alive. There’s this moment around the halfway mark where everything drops out except for this eerie drone, and it gives me chills every time. Like, who thinks of stuff like that? It’s creepy but also kinda beautiful in its own messed-up way.
The rest of the tracks follow suit—lots of breakneck rhythms, abrasive textures, and moments that make you go, “Did that just happen?” Tracks like “09” and “12” keep the energy high, while others like “04” experiment with more ambient sounds. Honestly, it’s hard not to respect how cohesive the whole thing feels despite being all over the place.
Here’s the thing about 0000000: it’s not for everyone. If you’re looking for chill vibes or something to play at a dinner party, maybe skip this one. But if you’re down for music that challenges you and makes you think, “Wow, my speakers shouldn’t be able to do that,” then this album’s worth checking out.
Oh, and here’s a random thought—listening to this feels like staring at static on an old TV screen. At first, it seems pointless, but then you realize there’s actually a pattern hidden in the chaos. Kinda deep for a noise album, huh?
Anyway, give it a spin if you’re brave enough. Just don’t blame me if your neighbors start complaining.
