Electric
Pet Shop Boys · 2013
49 min · 9 tracks · house · new wave · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of pulsing synths and sharp lyrical wit that redefines dance music for a new era.
Why this album works
'Electric' received critical acclaim, reaching number 3 on the UK Albums Chart and praised for its innovative production. It was considered a significant influence on the electronic dance genre, highlighting the duo's ability to remain relevant decades into their career.
- Best for
- steady rhythmic progression throughout dancefloor-ready vibrant energy sharp lyrical wit and humor
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Electric' marks the Pet Shop Boys' first album after their return to the dance music scene, following a brief hiatus. This album showcases their continued evolution within electronic music, coming after the orchestral influences of 'Elysium' (2012) and re-establishing their roots in club culture.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· Soft Cell· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Axis 5:32
- 2 Bolshy 5:44
- 3 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct Standout 6:41
- 4 Fluorescent 6:16
- 5 Inside a Dream 5:37
- 6 The Last to Die 4:12
- 7 Shouting in the Evening 3:36
- 8 Thursday Standout 5:02
- 9 Vocal Standout 6:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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