English Electric
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark · 2013
56 min · 26 tracks · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of nostalgic synth melodies and modern electronic textures reflecting both past and future.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic synth melodies exploration
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- immersive in-order listening experience
- short interludes for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- desire for instant gratification
- preference for standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- futuristic longing· dreamy soundscapes
- Career context
- By 2013, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) were well-established, having formed in 1978. 'English Electric' marked their first studio album in over a decade since 'Universal' (2000), showcasing their ability to evolve while maintaining a distinct sound rooted in synth-pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· Gary Numan· The Human League
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Hurry Up, We're Dreaming by M83 — Shares a similar blend of nostalgic synth melodies and expansive soundscapes.Walking on a Dream by Empire of the Sun — Combines dreamy soundscapes with futuristic themes and vibrant electronic textures.The Bones of What You Believe by Chvrches — Features bright synth-pop melodies and a modern approach to emotional storytelling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Please Remain Seated 0:43
- 2 Metroland 7:33
- 3 Night Café 3:45
- 4 The Future Will Be Silent 2:40
- 5 Helen of Troy 4:13
- 6 Our System 4:33
- 7 Kissing the Machine 5:05
- 8 Decimal 1:15
- 9 Stay With Me 4:26
- 10 Dresden 3:37
- 11 Atomic Ranch 1:43
- 12 Final Song 3:24
Disc 2
- 1 Studio Interview 13:42
- 2 Track by Track
- 3 Please Remain Seated
- 4 Metroland
- 5 Kissing the Machine
- 6 Stay With Me
- 7 Dresden
- 8 Our System
- 9 Night Café
- 10 Final Song
- 11 Animated Videos
- 12 Please Remain Seated
- 13 Decimal
- 14 Atomic Ranch
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