Sunrise Society - Robot Rebellion

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Review by Daiane Batista

Robot Rebellion by Sunrise Society: A Techno Time Capsule from 1995 Alright, let’s dive into Robot Rebellion, the quirky techno gem from Sunrise Society that dropped in ‘95 via Pacific Records. This UK-born album feels like a love letter to warehouse raves and neon-lit late nights. It’s not perfect—it’s kinda rough around the edges—but hey, isn’t that what makes it so charming? First off, kudos to A. Smith and S. Donohue for wearing all the hats here: writing, producing, and probably arguing over which synth line sounds cooler. Mike’s mastering job ties it together, even if some tracks still have that “we recorded this in someone’s garage” vibe. But honestly? That rawness is part of its charm. Now, onto the tunes. The title track, Robot Rebellion, hits hard right outta the gate. It’s got this relentless beat that feels like your brain’s being rewired while you dance. The bassline is pure hypnotic chaos—like robots throwing shapes on a malfunctioning conveyor belt. You can almost picture them revolting against their human overlords (hence the name?). If you’re into no-nonsense techno with just enough weirdness to keep things interesting, this one’s a keeper. Then there’s the Claude Young remix of Robot Rebellion. Oh man, this version flips the script entirely. Where the original is gritty and industrial, Young smooths it out with sleek production tricks. The kicks are punchier, the synths swirl around like they’re auditioning for a sci-fi soundtrack, and overall, it’s way more polished. Some purists might call it too clean, but I reckon it shows how versatile the source material really is. Plus, it’s the kind of remix that could slide seamlessly into any modern set today. Hats off to Claude for making something that feels both nostalgic and fresh at the same time. The rest of the album follows suit—solid beats, moody atmospheres, and plenty of bleeps and bloops to satisfy your inner cyberpunk. Sure, a couple tracks feel a bit forgettable, but hey, nobody bats a thousand. Reflecting on Robot Rebellion, it’s wild to think about how this little slice of techno history came out before smartphones existed. Back then, people were probably listening to it on clunky Discmans or dodgy car stereos. Fast forward to now, and it’s still holding up as a testament to the creativity of ‘90s UK electronica. Honestly, if these robots ever do rebel, I hope they play this album during their uprising. At least we’d go down dancing. Final verdict? Not groundbreaking, but damn fun—and sometimes, that’s all you need.

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Artist: Sunrise Society
Album: Robot Rebellion
Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Robot Rebellion
Robot Rebellion (Claude Young Remix)

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SUNRISE SOCIETY - Robot Rebellion (claude young remix)
Sunrise Society - Robot Rebellion (1995)

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Catalog Numbers

fic004

Labels

Pacific Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Single
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • White Label
  • Promo

Credits

RoleCredit
Mastered ByMike's
ProducerA. Smith, S. Donohue
Written-ByA. Smith, S. Donohue

About Sunrise Society

Sunrise Society signed to Pacific Records in 1994. Andy Smith and Simon Donohue released seven tracks through the label, culminating in 1997. Remixed by Stacey Pullen, Claude Young, Mike Dunn and Fretless AZM, they formed a major part of the sound the label was at the forefront of at the time. Simon has also worked with Blame from LTJ Bukem's Good Looking label and also released acclaimed tracks as Native Force on the Zozan label that were picked up for license on Compost Records.

Aliases

  • Esoterica

Members

  • Simon Donohue
  • Andy Smith

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Robot Rebellion* by Sunrise Society is a hidden gem from the UK's 1995 techno scene. It was released on Pacific Records and features just two tracks, including a killer remix by Claude Young. What makes it special? The entire project was crafted by producers A. Smith and S. Donohue, who also wrote the music themselves. Fun detail—Mike's mastering touch gave it that polished edge. Sometimes less is more, and this minimalist release still resonates with fans of raw electronic beats.

Comments

emmalavelle
emmalavelle
2025-03-16
Techno producers from the 21st century: this is how you do a hihat rhythm ??
adamkbrandon113e7319fe
adamkbrandon113e7319fe
2025-03-15
Great track, wonder why did they stop producing?
artambcor
artambcor
2025-03-15
You would get this played at clubs like club UK in wandsworth and later islington,and thankyou for the info,used to buy these tracks on the strength of the label and artists
arielfournier
arielfournier
2025-03-15
I had a dream that some told me to look up this song and I love it.
bethsoftblog
bethsoftblog
2025-03-15
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