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Ghost in the Machine

The Police · 1981

41 min · 11 tracks · new wave · post-punk · reggae rock

A fusion of reggae, rock, and new wave that explores existential themes with innovative soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • thoughtful lyrical exploration
  • mid-tempo reflective vibes
  • immersive listening experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 2, 1981, 'Ghost in the Machine' was The Police's fourth studio album and followed their commercially successful 'Zenyatta Mondatta'. At this point, the band was experiencing a peak in popularity, grappling with both internal tensions and the pressures of fame, which influenced the album's more introspective and experimental sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Talking Heads· The Clash· U2

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spirits in the Material World 2:59
  • 2 Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 4:20
  • 3 Invisible Sun 3:44
  • 4 Hungry for You (j'aurais toujours faim de toi) 2:52
  • 5 Demolition Man 5:57
  • 6 Too Much Information 3:42
  • 7 Rehumanize Yourself 3:10
  • 8 One World (Not Three) 4:46
  • 9 Omegaman 2:47
  • 10 Secret Journey 3:33
  • 11 Darkness 3:13

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