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Exposure

Gary Numan · 2002

134 min · 29 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop

A kaleidoscope of electronic textures intertwines with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, capturing Numan's evolution in sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective listening for solitude
  • kaleidoscopic sound exploration
  • haunting melodies for reflection
  • dynamic emotional shifts throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, catchy singles
  • prefer straightforward, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'Exposure' came during a resurgence in Gary Numan's career, following his critically acclaimed albums from the late 1990s. This album is notable as it marked his return to concept-driven work after a period of experimentation and commercial struggles. It reflects Numan's desire to blend his classic sound with contemporary influences and themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Depeche Mode· Kraftwerk· The Human League

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Films 4:09
  • 2 I Die: You Die 3:43
  • 3 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? 5:22
  • 4 Pure 5:09
  • 5 Dead Heaven 5:21
  • 6 Down in the Park 4:24
  • 7 Me! I Disconnect From You 3:22
  • 8 Metal 3:29
  • 9 She’s Got Claws 4:56
  • 10 Magic 4:44
  • 11 We Are Glass 4:46
  • 12 Music for Chameleons 12″ 6:57
  • 13 My Shadow in Vain (2002 version) 3:19
  • 14 Everyday I Die (2002 version) 4:20

Disc 2

  • 1 My Jesus 5:44
  • 2 Cars 3:57
  • 3 Dominion Day 4:49
  • 4 Complex 3:11
  • 5 We Are So Fragile 2:53
  • 6 RIP 5:04
  • 7 M.E. 5:36
  • 8 We Take Mystery (to Bed) 3:40
  • 9 Dark 4:30
  • 10 Remember I Was Vapour 5:10
  • 11 Listen to My Voice 5:11
  • 12 Deadliner 4:30
  • 13 Exposure 2:46
  • 14 Voix 4:44
  • 15 A Prayer for the Unborn (Andy Gray mix) 8:33

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata