Cyber Elite 2K16: A Sonic Dumpster Fire That Somehow Works
Alright, buckle up. Cyber Elite 2K16 is one of those albums where you're not entirely sure if it's genius or just someone’s fever dream come to life. Released in 2017 by Kitty On Fire Records, this chaotic mashup of Rock and Electronic vibes slaps together genres like Speedcore, Deathcore, Chiptune, and Noise into a blender that shouldn’t work—but kinda does. It’s the musical equivalent of chugging an energy drink while scrolling through glitch art memes at 3 AM.
The album kicks off with "Hikkikomori Diaries," and holy crap, this track hits hard. Imagine being trapped inside a malfunctioning arcade machine while someone screams existential dread into your ear. The mix of harsh electronic bleeps and guttural growls feels both unhinged and oddly cathartic. You can almost picture some neon-lit loner typing furiously on their keyboard as they lose themselves in the chaos. This song sticks because it’s relentless—it doesn’t let you breathe but somehow makes you wanna headbang anyway.
Then there’s “Go To 7-11 And Kill Yourself,” which yeah, has a wild title, but don’t let that fool ya. It’s less about despair and more about absurdity wrapped in a deathcore shell. The breakdowns are filthy, like mud wrestling for your eardrums, and the random chiptune squeaks thrown in feel like finding a secret cheat code in a game you thought you’d mastered. It’s ridiculous, over-the-top, and absolutely unforgettable. I mean, who else would think to combine these elements? Mad respect.
Other tracks like “Bowery” and “Lightness” offer moments of reprieve (sorta), but even then, the experimental edge keeps things unpredictable. Tracks like “xXCactaurXCoreXx” sound like what happens when a cactus gets angry and starts making beats. Is it good? Is it bad? Who cares—it’s fun as hell.
What really stands out about Cyber Elite 2K16 is how unapologetically weird it is. There’s no pretense here; it’s just raw creativity spilling out all over the place. Sure, it might alienate listeners who prefer their music neat and tidy, but for those willing to dive into its chaotic depths, it’s a wild ride.
So yeah, this album isn’t for everyone. But honestly, if you’re looking for something that sounds like the internet exploded and reassembled itself into a playlist, give this a shot. Just don’t blame me if your neighbors start questioning your life choices after hearing it. Oh, and pro tip: don’t actually go to 7-11—or anywhere else—with self-destructive intentions. Stick to enjoying the music instead.
