What does Creatures of Influence sound like?

A vibrant blend of new wave and freestyle, layered with synth-driven melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Rooted in new wave and freestyle music. Start with "You Are My Hiroshima".

Is Creatures of Influence a good place to start with Information Society?

Yes, Creatures of Influence is recommended as a starting point for new Information Society listeners. A vibrant blend of new wave and freestyle, layered with synth-driven melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Released in early 1984, Creatures of Influence was Information Society's debut album, showcasing their unique fusion of electronic sounds and social commentary. At this point, the band was emerging from the underground scene in Minneapolis, eager to carve a niche in the evolving landscape of synth-pop and new wave music.

Who is Creatures of Influence for?

Creatures of Influence works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, thought-provoking themes to ponder and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on Creatures of Influence?

Creatures of Influence has 7 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Creatures of Influence

Information Society · 1984

32 min · 7 tracks · new wave

A vibrant blend of new wave and freestyle, layered with synth-driven melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You Are My Hiroshima Start here — This track stands out due to its haunting exploration of personal trauma set against a backdrop of infectious dance rhythms, making it emblematic of the band's lyrical depth.
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Creatures of Influence — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of societal impact through a catchy chorus and an upbeat tempo that invites listeners to reflect on external influences.
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Don't Lose Your Mind — This song combines driving beats with introspective lyrics about mental resilience, illustrating the band's ability to merge danceable music with meaningful content.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused listening
thought-provoking themes to ponder
short tracks for quick engagement
synth melodies for nostalgic vibes

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, sprawling albums
want instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Debut album that gained attention and established the band's innovative sound.
Themes: Minneapolis underground scene· personal trauma· societal impact
Career context: Released in early 1984, Creatures of Influence was Information Society's debut album, showcasing their unique fusion of electronic sounds and social commentary. At this point, the band was emerging from the underground scene in Minneapolis, eager to carve a niche in the evolving landscape of synth-pop and new wave music.
Stylistic neighbors: Depeche Mode· New Order· Erasure

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

You Are My Hiroshima

The narrative shifts from personal reflection to broader societal implications, linking individual pain to collective experience.