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Nerdcore Rising

MC Frontalot · 2005

48 min · 16 tracks · nerdcore

A playful blend of witty lyrics and catchy beats celebrating geek culture through the lens of hip-hop.

Nerdcore Rising is an album by MC Frontalot, released in 2005. A playful blend of witty lyrics and catchy beats celebrating geek culture through the lens of hip-hop. 'Nerdcore Rising' is significant as it helped bring nerdcore into the mainstream conversation, influencing a wave of artists who embraced similar themes. It garnered attention for its clever lyricism and cultural references, leading to a dedicated fanbase and critical recognition within niche music circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nerdcore Rising sound like?

A playful blend of witty lyrics and catchy beats celebrating geek culture through the lens of hip-hop. Rooted in nerdcore.

What makes Nerdcore Rising by MC Frontalot notable?

'Nerdcore Rising' is significant as it helped bring nerdcore into the mainstream conversation, influencing a wave of artists who embraced similar themes. It garnered attention for its clever lyricism and cultural references, leading to a dedicated fanbase and critical recognition within niche music circles. When 'Nerdcore Rising' was released in 2005, MC Frontalot was establishing himself as a pioneer of the nerdcore genre. This debut studio album followed his earlier mixtapes and showcased his unique style, blending rap with themes of gaming, technology, and geek culture. The album solidified his position within the emerging nerdcore scene.

How many songs are on Nerdcore Rising?

Nerdcore Rising has 16 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·48:50

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Charity Case Standout 3:11
  • 2 Goth Girls 4:22
  • 3 Pr0n S0ng 3:26
  • 4 Yellow Lasers 2:49
  • 5 This Old Man 3:40
  • 6 Nerdcore Rising Standout 4:40
  • 7 Which MC Was That? 3:23
  • 8 Penny Arcade Theme 2:17
  • 9 Floating Bridge 1:22
  • 10 Hassle: The Dorkening 2:23
  • 11 Crime Spree 1:52
  • 12 Special Delivery (Mission Accomplished remix) 1:57
  • 13 Message No. 419 3:32
  • 14 I Heart Fags Standout 3:51
  • 15 Braggadocio 3:20
  • 16 Indier Than Thou 2:37

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Genre

nerdcore

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 50 sec