Astronaut
Duran Duran · 2004
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · heavy metal
A vibrant blend of synth-driven melodies and reflective lyrics that capture the essence of mid-2000s pop-rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
- sing-along moments with friends
- uplifting energy for road trips
- nostalgic feel-good listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, atmospheric pieces
- seek immediate, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- mid-2000s nostalgia· optimistic renewal
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'Astronaut' marked Duran Duran's return to form after a period of lineup changes and fluctuating commercial success. This was their first album with the original five members since 1983's 'Seven and the Ragged Tiger', reinvigorating their classic sound while embracing contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· The Human League· Spandau Ballet
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Hot Fuss by The Killers — Shares a vibrant synth-pop aesthetic and reflective lyrics about youth and nostalgia.Franz Ferdinand by Franz Ferdinand — Captures a similar blend of art pop and rock with infectious hooks and an upbeat, danceable vibe.Hopes and Fears by Keane — Combines emotive lyrics with atmospheric production, echoing themes of renewal and introspection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 (Reach Up for the) Sunrise 3:25
- 2 Want You More! 3:37
- 3 What Happens Tomorrow 4:04
- 4 Astronaut 3:24
- 5 Bedroom Toys 3:50
- 6 Nice 3:26
Disc 2
- 1 Taste the Summer 3:52
- 2 Finest Hour 3:55
- 3 Chains 4:46
- 4 One of Those Days 3:45
- 5 Point of No Return 4:57
- 6 Still Breathing 5:59
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