Pendulum- Inertia (review)

Published by Mason Oldridge, 15 August 2025

Aussie drum and bass group Pendulum present their fourth album Inertia, their first in 15 years and featuring all original singles since returning from hiatus.

The band’s USP is their heavier approach to drum and bass and Rob Swire’s unmistakable vocals, both of which are utilised on this latest release.

Multiple genres are interspersed with their DnB sound on the collaborations. There’s punk from Wargasm on Cannibal, heavy metal from Bullet For My Valentine’s Matthew Tuck on Halo and dance from Hybrid Minds on Louder Than Words. Elsewhere, there’s hip hop from Joey Valence & Brae on Napalm, rock from Awolnation on Guiding Lights and rap from Scarlxrd on Mercy Killing.

They continue to showcase their skill and talent on the rest of the tracks too. Colourfast features what sounds like sped-up woodpecker sounds, while Silent Spinner is innovative with its western opening and sinister verses. However, Save The Cat is the standout thanks to its bouncy techno verses, screamo vocals and occasional meow.

In the midst of an evolving DnB resurgence, Pendulum prove they are still at the top of their game, retaining their crown as the ultimate kings of drum and bass.

8/10