Released 40 years ago
Daft
Art of Noise · 1986
61 min · 16 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A groundbreaking fusion of electronic beats and avant-garde soundscapes that redefine pop music's boundaries.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- thought-provoking sound exploration
- late-night introspective listening
- dynamic shifts in energy
- immersive headphone experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 15, 1986, 'Daft' was Art of Noise's debut album, following their innovative singles that had already established them as pioneers in sound experimentation. At this point in their career, the group was gaining recognition for their unique approach to music production, blending sampled sounds with instrumental arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love 7:04
- 2 A Time for Fear (Who's Afraid) 4:45
- 3 Beat Box (Diversion One) 8:31
- 4 The Army Now 2:04
- 5 Donna 1:44
- 6 Memento 2:12
- 7 How to Kill 2:43
- 8 Realisation 1:44
- 9 Who's Afraid (of the Art of Noise) 4:21
- 10 Moments in Love 10:19
- 11 Bright Noise 0:05
- 12 Flesh in Armour 1:24
- 13 Comes and Goes 1:18
- 14 Snapshot 2:34
- 15 Close (to the Edit) 5:39
- 16 (Three Fingers of) Love 4:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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