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Atomic Roses

The Legendary Pink Dots · 1982

38 min · 12 tracks · synth-pop · gothic rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic rock and synth-pop, rich with surreal imagery and experimental soundscapes.

Why this album works

Best for
kaleidoscopic sound explorations surreal imagery and themes short tracks for quick bursts
Context
Released in 1982, 'Atomic Roses' is The Legendary Pink Dots' second album, following their debut 'The Tower.' At this point in their career, the band was developing their unique sound, merging post-punk sensibilities with avant-garde influences, solidifying their place in the underground music scene.
If you like
synth-pop, gothic rock

Atomic Roses is an album by The Legendary Pink Dots, released in 1982. A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic rock and synth-pop, rich with surreal imagery and experimental soundscapes. This album helped to define the band's distinctive style that would influence the gothic and synth-pop genres. It received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to songwriting and production, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike, which contributed to the band's growing cult following throughout the 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Atomic Roses sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic rock and synth-pop, rich with surreal imagery and experimental soundscapes. Rooted in synth-pop and gothic rock.

What makes Atomic Roses by The Legendary Pink Dots notable?

This album helped to define the band's distinctive style that would influence the gothic and synth-pop genres. It received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to songwriting and production, garnering attention from both fans and critics alike, which contributed to the band's growing cult following throughout the 1980s. Released in 1982, 'Atomic Roses' is The Legendary Pink Dots' second album, following their debut 'The Tower.' At this point in their career, the band was developing their unique sound, merging post-punk sensibilities with avant-garde influences, solidifying their place in the underground music scene.

Who is Atomic Roses for?

Atomic Roses works well if you're into kaleidoscopic sound explorations, surreal imagery and themes and short tracks for quick bursts.

How many songs are on Atomic Roses?

Atomic Roses has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·38:38

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

  • 1 Of All the Girls... 2:06
  • 2 What's Next? 2:50
  • 3 Playschool 1:21
  • 4 Sex Standout 3:03
  • 5 Closet Kings Standout 2:22
  • 6 Spiritus 6:13
  • 7 Hauptbahnhof 4:24
  • 8 The Wrong Impedence 5:03
  • 9 Passing Thought 0:26
  • 10 Atomic Roses #1 4:25
  • 11 Ideal Home 3:39
  • 12 Atomic Roses Standout 2:46

Release Date

January 1, 1982

Genre

gothic rock, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

38 min 38 sec