Error in the System
Peter Schilling · 1983
57 min · 13 tracks · Neue Deutsche Welle
Synth-driven pop melodies collide with existential themes and playful irony, encapsulating the essence of Neue Deutsche Welle.
Why this album works
'Error in the System' is notable for its enduring hit 'Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)', which reached significant chart positions across Europe. The album solidified Schilling's place within the Neue Deutsche Welle genre and showcased a unique blend of pop and electronic influences that resonated with a generation looking for new sounds.
- Best for
- playful irony with existential themes dynamic flow with emotional peaks headphone detail hunting for nuances
- Context
- Released on March 24, 1983, 'Error in the System' was Peter Schilling's debut album after gaining fame with the hit single 'Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)'. At this point, Schilling was transitioning from a burgeoning pop artist to a recognized figure in the Neue Deutsche Welle movement, capitalizing on the success of his earlier singles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thomas Anders· Kraftwerk· Alphaville· Modern Talking· Rosenstolz· Bad Boys Blue· Mylène Farmer· Fools Garden
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Only Dreams 3:26
- 2 Lifetime Guarantee Standout 6:47
- 3 The Noah Plan 4:21
- 4 Error in the System Standout 3:35
- 5 Fast alles konstruiert 6:48
- 6 Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst) Standout 4:59
- 7 Major Tom (Coming Home) 4:59
- 8 Major Tom, Part II 3:50
- 9 (Let's Play) U.S.A. 3:17
- 10 I Have No Desire 3:30
- 11 Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht (Silent Night, Holy Night) 3:30
- 12 Dann trügt der Schein 3:26
- 13 Die Wüste lebt 4:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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