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Don't Be Afraid

Information Society · 1997

60 min · 10 tracks · new wave · freestyle music

Ethereal synths and introspective lyrics create a sonic landscape of melancholic nostalgia and electronic exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal soundscapes for introspection
  • wave-like pacing for deep focus
  • melancholic nostalgia during solitude
  • dynamic exploration with gradual resolution

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Don't Be Afraid' marked Information Society's third studio album, following their notable 1992 release 'Peace and Love, Inc.' At this point, the band was navigating a shift in the music scene as electronic and dance elements became more prominent. The album reflects their evolution while experimenting with new sounds after a brief hiatus.
Stylistic neighbors
Depeche Mode· New Order· Erasure

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Empty 3.0 8:32
  • 2 Closing In 2.0 8:11
  • 3 On the Outside 2.1 6:47
  • 4 Ending World 1.1 5:31
  • 5 Seek300 2.11 4:33
  • 6 The Sky Away 2.0 3:59
  • 7 Are 'Friends' Electric? 2.0 5:41
  • 8 Ozar Midrashim 1.1 6:51
  • 9 The Ridge 1.1 9:40
  • 10 White Roses 1.0 300 8-N-1 Terminal Mode or ASCII Download 0:55

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