“Power Supply,” Anamanaguchi’s new album was released August, 2006. It can be downloaded online for about seven dollars.

The concept behind Anamanaguchi’s debut album “Power Supply” may be hard to accept for those unfamiliar with the “chip scene,” a growing underground music genre that incorporates sound bits from old electronics, such as a Gameboy, into songs.

Anamanaguchi uses 8-bit sound from original Nintendo Entertainment Systems, retrieved through the computer program Nerdtracker 2, in conjunction with their own bass, drums and guitar.

Anamanaguchi’s use of sound bits is genius, and listeners won’t even miss vocals, which the music lacks. They can feel the weariness and disappointment in the track “Fast Turtle.”

Fusing the post-punk and electronica genres, “Power Supply” is incredibly fast-paced and commonly has five or six musical elements in play, all overlapping in a seemingly arbitrary fashion.

Some tracks feature the original instrumentation in a more key role, such as on the guitar-driven track “Video Challenge.” Throughout the album, this proves an excellent decision, as sound bits simply cannot provide the strong and constant pulse needed in electronica.

The title track uses the drums to great effect. Though the drums are mixed more loudly than the sound bits, they highlight and define them. Anamanaguchi’s incredibly high number of beats, however, can be jarring at times, especially on tracks such as “Airbase.”

The band’s influences include both the Cure and Weezer. Though Anamanaguchi boasts an original style, the inspiration from these two bands is evident in its music. Weezer has influenced Anamanaguchi’s use of distorted power chords, and the Cure’s use of eclectic electronic sounds and themes presents itself throughout the album.

“Power Supply’s” greatest flaw is its length. With only seven tracks, the album clocks in at a little under 21 minutes. It is also hard to find, since it is unavailable on iTunes or in major retail outlets. But it may be purchased online from a variety of Web sites.

“Power Supply” is cohesive, with each piece fitting comfortably with the others. This, along with its high replay value, make the album appealing not only to fans of the “chip scene,” but also to fans of alternative music in general.

Listening to “Power Supply” may even lead listeners to dust off their old Nintendos to replay all of their old games.