Track Analysis: "Sickmode - Audio Damage (Oculatorz Edit) [UPTEMPO]"
: The original "Audio Damage" was a staple of the "Klaptlong" and "Aggressive Records" sound that defined the early 2020s Rawstyle scene.
This paper analyzes the track , a high-energy rework of Sickmode's original production, transformed into the Uptempo Hardcore genre by Oculatorz. 1. General Information Original Artist : Sickmode Remix Artist : Oculatorz Sickmode - Audio Damage (Oculatorz Edit)[UPTEMPO]
: The Oculatorz Edit was well-received as a "banger" within the underground Hardcore community, specifically noted for its drop intensity.
: July 2020 (as part of AR Mixtape Vol. 1 ) Edit Release Date : October 9, 2020 Genre : Uptempo Hardcore (originally Raw Hardstyle) Format : Free Release available on SoundCloud 2. Musical Characteristics Track Analysis: "Sickmode - Audio Damage (Oculatorz Edit)
: Low valence, characterized by high aggression and intensity rather than melodic positivity. 3. Cultural Impact & Context
: While the original sits at typical Hardstyle ranges, this edit is significantly faster, likely exceeding 200 BPM , characteristic of the Uptempo genre. Sound Design : General Information Original Artist : Sickmode Remix Artist
: Features the "piep" kicks and high-distortion transients common in modern Uptempo.