390° of Simulated Stereo cover

390° of Simulated Stereo

Pere Ubu · 1981

51 min · 12 tracks · art rock

A quirky blend of avant-garde rock and experimental textures that challenge conventional song structures.

Why this album works

'390° of Simulated Stereo' is notable for its innovative approach to sound and structure, influencing subsequent generations of alternative and post-punk musicians. The album received critical acclaim, with publications like Rolling Stone praising its unique sonic landscape, which resonated within the burgeoning art rock movement.
Best for
steady flow with dynamic peaks quirky exploration of soundscapes thought-provoking tracks for reflection
Context
Released in 1981, '390° of Simulated Stereo' followed Pere Ubu's influential debut 'The Modern Dance' from 1978. By this point, the band had established themselves as pioneers of art rock, pushing boundaries with their unconventional sound. This album continued to expand their artistic vision, solidifying their status in the underground music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Velvet Underground· Kate Bush· Lou Reed

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Non‐Alignment Pact Standout 3:55
  • 2 Street Waves 4:09
  • 3 Real World 4:09
  • 4 My Dark Ages 5:36
  • 5 Modern Dance 3:34
  • 6 Humor Me 2:46
  • 7 Heart of Darkness Standout 4:11
  • 8 Laughing 5:15
  • 9 Can't Believe It 2:18
  • 10 Over My Head 4:46
  • 11 Sentimental Journey 4:57
  • 12 30 Seconds Over Tokyo Standout 5:41

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata