Since the release of 'The ShockOne EP' in 2009, which featured the chart topping 'Polygon', ShockOne has been one of the hottest names in bass music. 'Polygon' received major air-play worldwide with high-rotation play listing on Australia's Triple J radio and Radio 1's Annie Mac penning it as, 'The biggest drum and bass tune out'. The EPs three drum and bass tunes achieved the top 3 spots on Beatport's drum and bass chart, and 'Adachigahara's Theme' stayed at number 1 on the dubstep chart for over a month. Following this, ShockOne released his remix of the Brookes Brothers epic 'Crackdown' on Viper Recordings 'Acts of Madmen' LP which was labeled "Album of the Week" on Zane Lowe BBC Radio 1.
ShockOne followed up his debut EP with his highly anticipated 'Re-fix' EP, a collection of VIP's and remixes of the massively successful 'ShockOne EP'. The EP featured Phetsta's dubstep remix of 'True Believer' which was featured in Pendulum's 2010 Essential Mix on Radio 1, as well as the Dirtyphonics remix of 'Polygon' which was featured on Andy C's 'Nightlife 5' mix, as well as hitting #1 on the BBC 1Xtra charts. Following on success of two massive EPs under his belt, ShockOne's remix discography began rapidly expanding, with mixes for: Netsky, Chicane, Cutline, Mutya Buena & Agent X, Skepta, and Ayah Marar.
In mid-2011, ShockOne released 'Crucify Me', an epic drum & bass/dubstep anthem in which ShockOne also showed his versatility as a vocalist. The single which would serve as the first sneak peak at his forthcoming debut album, 'Universus'. This was followed by the second single, 'Relapse', a dubstep track featuring Sam Nafie on vocals, as well as a blazing dancefloor remix by Tantrum Desire.
Next on the horizon for ShockOne before dropping his LP is the third album single, the epic monster that is 'Chaos Theory', a track being cained by Knife Party at festivals and clubs all over the world.
Chaos Theory
ShockOne Lyrics
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The other side of natures crystal encoin.
An uncontrollable force tearing at the very fabric of our reality.
Ladies and gentlemen prepare yourselves as I present to you Chaos Thoery.
No control.
No surrender.
Theres only one thing you can do in this mad house.
Get the fuck up.
The lyrics to ShockOne's "Chaos Theory" suggest that there is an element of disorder in an otherwise orderly and structured universe. The phrase "anarchy in a clockwork universe" highlights this juxtaposition. The "crystal encoin" likely refers to the inherent balance in nature and the way that the uncontrollable force of chaos could upset that balance. The line "tearing at the very fabric of our reality" further emphasizes the disruptive nature of chaos.
The call to action in the lyrics - "Get the fuck up" - suggests that the chaos should not be feared, but rather embraced and harnessed. The repeated phrase "Chaos Theory" serves to reinforce the idea that the chaos has a structure and a purpose - hence the use of the word "theory". Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of excitement and anticipation for the chaos to come.
Line by Line Meaning
It was anarchy in a clockwork universe.
The universe, which is considered to be precisely organized, was now in a state of chaos.
The other side of natures crystal encoin.
Nature's balance has been disrupted, and the consequences are not yet known.
An uncontrollable force tearing at the very fabric of our reality.
An indefinable force is attacking the fundamental nature of our existence, and we seem powerless to stop it.
Ladies and gentlemen prepare yourselves as I present to you Chaos Theory.
The following presentation is an intensive study of randomness and chaos, and arming oneself with knowledge of such concepts may be crucial for survival.
No control.
We have no ability to guide or predict the current situation.
No surrender.
We must not give up hope and passively accept the chaos. Instead, we must remain determined and resilient.
Theres only one thing you can do in this mad house.
In this environment, there may be few options, but one must act in a way to keep moving forward.
Get the fuck up.
Do not stay down, get up and fight for survival.
Chaos Theory.
The overall concept and title of the song, emphasizing the study and understanding of disorder and unpredictability.
Contributed by Elliot D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
T00n Visi0n
Chaos Theory is now 10 years old! One of the best ShockOne tracks! God that intro is still epic in 2022! And the drop at 1:39 DAMN that is still good! ShockOne was ahead of his time with this one!
Rayonman31
The guy is a genius and hugely underated i think…Universus is an absolute masterpiece,
T00n Visi0n
@Rayonman31 Agreed man! Its amazing how far he has gotten now!
Adreus Dalinoc
Word.
PJ
I remember first hearing this dropped @ UKF's 3rd bday party when Knife Party absolutely killed it!!!! so psyched it's finally getting released
Heich
Energetic track, thank you UKF
SLB94
Definitely has a pendulum sound to it.
Zarabi Mohamed Fares
soniclightbolt94 i thought im the only one who had that idea !
Pepe Segura Menta
because SockOne & Knife Party were on Xygen?
Tato
And because this has Knife Party's Back to the Z-List drums, and who knows what else borrowed from their projects