Electronic
Electronic · 1991
52 min · 11 tracks · alternative dance
A seamless blend of alternative dance and electronic textures that echoes the zeitgeist of early '90s British music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Getting Away With It — This track encapsulates the essence of Electronic with its infectious chorus and innovative production, representing a crossover between rock and electronic dance music.
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Reality — Combining introspective lyrics with an upbeat tempo, this song showcases the band’s ability to merge thoughtful songwriting with danceable rhythms.
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Feel Every Beat — This track stands out for its pulsating beats and layered instrumentation, embodying the experimental spirit of the early '90s electronic scene.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, blending alternative dance with distinct electronic elements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that gradually introduces layers of synths and guitars, setting a textured soundscape.
- Several tracks feature a call-and-response vocal style, where Sumner and Marr alternate lines, creating a dynamic interplay.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's energetic start.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 dance grooves
- infectious rhythms for movement
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 28, 1991, this self-titled debut album marked a significant collaboration between Bernard Sumner of New Order and Johnny Marr of The Smiths. At this point in their careers, both artists were seeking to explore new sonic territories following their respective band's successes, thus creating a fresh sound distinct from their previous work.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Getting Away With It
The bridge introduces a moment of vulnerability as the lyrics shift into self-reflection amidst a backdrop of energetic beats.
This juxtaposition highlights a contrast between lyrical honesty and the upbeat musical landscape, emphasizing the complexity of human emotions.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Idiot Country 5:02
- 2 Reality 5:39
- 3 Tighten Up 4:38
- 4 The Patience of a Saint 4:11
- 5 Getting Away With It 5:14
- 6 Gangster 5:26
- 7 Soviet 2:00
- 8 Get the Message 5:20
- 9 Try All You Want 5:37
- 10 Some Distant Memory 4:10
- 11 Feel Every Beat 5:06
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