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.
Why this album works
The album saw notable critical reception, with tracks like 'Closing In' and 'Are 'Friends' Electric?' solidifying their place within the electronic genre during the late '90s. It also contributed to the resurgence of interest in synth-pop and electronic music, influencing emerging artists in the genre.
- Best for
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection wave-like pacing for deep focus melancholic nostalgia during solitude
- 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.
- If you like
- new wave, freestyle music
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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