AMON TOBIN — Splinter Cell Chaos Theory LP 2x12"

Amon Tobin – Splinter Cell Chaos Theory LP arrives on Ninja Tune as catalogue ZEN100G, a 2×12-inch vinyl that marks the 20th anniversary of the original 2005 release. The record revisits the electronic score Tobin composed for Ubisoft’s third-installment of the Splinter Cell series, translating a game soundtrack into a stand-alone album that sits comfortably within IDM, beats-techno and pop-techno territories. Within Ninja Tune’s recent output, ZEN100G follows the earlier 2026 releases Radical Frame LP by Actress (catalogues ZEN322N and ZEN322) and Shallow Hits LP by Ebbb (ZEN327), while preceding the label’s 2025 Black Sands LP 2×12″ by Bonobo (ZEN140). The presence of a high-profile soundtrack among these releases underscores Ninja Tune’s continued commitment to adventurous electronic works that bridge cinematic ambition and club-ready rhythm. Side A opens with “The Lighthouse”, a track that establishes a brooding ambience, its title suggesting a solitary beacon in a dark sea of sound. “Ruthless” follows, extending the tension with a tighter groove that feels like a chase scene in the game’s narrative. The third cut, “Theme From Battery”, functions as a melodic anchor, its recurring motif weaving through the side and hinting at the album’s overarching tension-and-release structure. Side B continues the cinematic arc. “Kokubo Sosho Stealth” evokes the quiet infiltration of a covert operation, its pacing suited to a late-night set where subtlety is prized. “El Cargo” picks up momentum, offering a more driving rhythm that can bridge into peak-time moments. “Displaced” closes the side with a sense of unease, its title reflecting the dislocation often felt in both gameplay and listening. Side C revisits the earlier material with “Ruthless (Reprise)”, a re-interpretation that deepens the original’s motifs, and “Kokubo Sosho Battle”, which escalates the stealth theme into a full-blown confrontation, providing DJs with a powerful transition point. Side D concludes the journey: “Hokkaido” offers a spacious, atmospheric close that feels like the aftermath of a mission, while “The Clean Up” delivers a final, resolute statement, ideal for ending a set on a decisive note. In the context of Tobin’s recent output, this reissue follows the Nomark Selects compilations on Nomark Records (NOXIV_NOCOVER, NOXIV, and NOM00X) released in 2025-2026, showing a continued interest in curating and revisiting past material. The Chaos Theory score stands out as a fully realized cinematic work that transcends its original function, aligning with contemporary electronic producers who blend narrative depth with dancefloor sensibility. For DJs, the record offers a range of entry points: the atmospheric openings of “The Lighthouse” and “Hokkaido” work well as mood setters, while “Ruthless”, “El Cargo” and “The Clean Up” provide rhythmic drive for peak moments. Collectors will appreciate the transparent-green vinyl presentation and the inclusion of a large folded 4/4 poster, which together enhance the tactile and visual experience of the release. The Splinter Cell Chaos Theory LP is presented as a 2×12-inch vinyl set, pressed on transparent-green 140 g vinyl and housed in a clear, screen-printed plastic outer sleeve with a top opening, accompanied by a sizable folded poster inside the inner sleeves. Amon Tobin – Splinter Cell Chaos Theory LP, Ninja Tune, catalogue ZEN100G, 2×12-inch vinyl, eight tracks. Tracklist: A1. Amon Tobin – The Lighthouse A2. Amon Tobin – Ruthless A3. Amon Tobin – Theme From Battery B1. Amon Tobin – Kokubo Sosho Stealth B2. Amon Tobin – El Cargo B3. Amon Tobin – Displaced C1. Amon Tobin – Ruthless (Reprise) C2. Amon Tobin – Kokubo Sosho Battle D1. Amon Tobin – Hokkaido D2. Amon Tobin – The Clean Up