Crash and Burn
John Foxx · 2003
66 min · 12 tracks · new wave · psychedelic rock · synth-pop
A fusion of ambient textures and new wave rhythms, creating an immersive sonic landscape that feels both futuristic and nostalgic.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- immersive sonic landscapes unfold
- nostalgic yet futuristic feel
- for reflective evenings
- engages during focused listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks instant gratification
- prefers standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2003, John Foxx was in a phase of artistic resurgence after a long hiatus from mainstream attention. 'Crash and Burn' marked his return to music, collaborating with Louis Gordon, which followed the critically acclaimed 'The Pleasures of Electricity' in 2001. This album continued to explore the intersection of electronic and ambient music, showcasing Foxx's evolution as a pioneer of synth-pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Visage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drive 6:55
- 2 Cinema 5:09
- 3 Broken Furniture 5:25
- 4 Crash and Burn 4:03
- 5 Once in a While 4:10
- 6 Sex Video 5:00
- 7 Sidewalking 6:12
- 8 Ultraviolet - Infrared 5:14
- 9 She Robot 4:46
- 10 Dust and Light 6:45
- 11 Ray 1 - Ray 2 5:10
- 12 Smoke 7:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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