description Apocalypse Overview
Apocalypse is the second studio album by American bassist, singer, and songwriter Thundercat, released in 2013 by Brainfeeder. Produced with Flying Lotus, it combines jazz harmony and bass playing with electronic production, funk, soul, and experimental R&B. Written in the aftermath of the death of Thundercat's friend and collaborator Austin Peralta, the album includes "Heartbreaks + Setbacks" and "Oh Sheit It's X."
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How did Austin Peralta's death shape Thundercat's Apocalypse?
The album was written in the aftermath of pianist Austin Peralta's death in 2012. "A Message for Austin / Praise the Lord / Enter the Void" directly addresses Thundercat's grief for his friend and collaborator.
Which songs are best known from Apocalypse?
The 2013 album includes "Heartbreaks + Setbacks," "Oh Sheit It's X," and "Tron Song." "Tron Song" is named for Thundercat's cat and became one of his early signature tracks.
What did Flying Lotus contribute to Apocalypse?
Flying Lotus co-produced the album and released it through his Brainfeeder label. His electronic production complements Thundercat's six-string bass, jazz harmony, falsetto vocals, and compressed song structures.
Where does Apocalypse fall in Thundercat's discography?
It is his second studio album, following The Golden Age of Apocalypse from 2011. He later released Drunk in 2017, which brought his jazz-funk songwriting to a much wider audience.
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