Is EBM a good place to start with Editors?

Yes, EBM is recommended as a starting point for new Editors listeners. Dark synths and driving beats intertwine with atmospheric melodies, showcasing a bold evolution in sound for the band. Released on September 23, 2022, EBM is Editors' sixth studio album, following their 2018 release, Violence. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the alternative rock scene while exploring new electronic influences to innovate their sound.

EBM works well if you're into steady mid-tempo engagement, introspective moments for reflection and pulsating rhythms that energize.

How many songs are on EBM?

EBM has 9 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

EBM

Editors · 2022

52 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock

Dark synths and driving beats intertwine with atmospheric melodies, showcasing a bold evolution in sound for the band.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Heart Attack Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the album with pulsating rhythms and an urgent vocal delivery that encapsulates the album's themes of anxiety and tension.
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Karma Climb — This track features an infectious chorus and a blend of driving beats with soaring melodies, illustrating the band's ability to merge emotional depth with danceable grooves.
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Strange Intimacy — With its introspective lyrics and atmospheric production, this track showcases a profound exploration of complex relationships, marking a standout moment on the album.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100

Treeline

Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album blends driving beats with atmospheric melodies, showcasing a strong evolution in sound while maintaining cohesion.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature a consistent driving beat and dark synth layers, establishing a high-energy opening.
Tracks four through six introduce more atmospheric elements, with 'Silence' featuring minimal instrumentation that contrasts sharply with the preceding songs.
The final three tracks shift towards a more introspective tone, with 'Strange Intimacy' closing the album on a subdued note.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo engagement
introspective moments for reflection
pulsating rhythms that energize
atmospheric soundscapes for focus

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced instant gratification
want standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — EBM shows a bold evolution in sound, integrating electronic elements into their rock foundation.
Themes: anxiety-driven nightlife· complex relationships· pulsating urban rhythms
Career context: Released on September 23, 2022, EBM is Editors' sixth studio album, following their 2018 release, Violence. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the alternative rock scene while exploring new electronic influences to innovate their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Interpol· The National· Bloc Party