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Hello, Mannequin

Joy Electric · 2004

56 min · 14 tracks · synth-pop

Bright, whimsical synths intertwine with playful melodies, creating an enchanting electronic landscape.

Hello, Mannequin is an album by Joy Electric, released in 2004. Bright, whimsical synths intertwine with playful melodies, creating an enchanting electronic landscape. 'Hello, Mannequin' received positive reviews for its innovative sound and engaging lyrical content, contributing to the resurgence of interest in synth-pop during the early 2000s. The album's intricate production and conceptual depth influenced both contemporary and future electronic artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hello, Mannequin sound like?

Bright, whimsical synths intertwine with playful melodies, creating an enchanting electronic landscape. Rooted in synth-pop.

What makes Hello, Mannequin by Joy Electric notable?

'Hello, Mannequin' received positive reviews for its innovative sound and engaging lyrical content, contributing to the resurgence of interest in synth-pop during the early 2000s. The album's intricate production and conceptual depth influenced both contemporary and future electronic artists within the genre. Released in early 2004, 'Hello, Mannequin' was Joy Electric's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record 'The Ministry of Archers.' At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique blend of synth-pop and lo-fi aesthetics, further exploring themes of identity and technology.

How many songs are on Hello, Mannequin?

Hello, Mannequin has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·56:40

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

  • 1 Hello, Mannequin Standout 1:58
  • 2 Disloyalist Party Standout 4:25
  • 3 The Works of Unknowns 4:53
  • 4 The Singing Arc 4:06
  • 5 Song for All Time 3:51
  • 6 The Birth of the Telegram, 1814 3:17
  • 7 Who Are Friends? 4:04
  • 8 Wolf in the Bend 4:56
  • 9 From Mount Chorus 3:13
  • 10 The Phonograph Plays, Part and Parcel 4:02
  • 11 Nikola Tesla Standout 4:37
  • 12 Post Calendar 4:28
  • 13 I Am a Pioneer 3:52
  • 14 A Page of Life 4:50

Release Date

January 1, 2004

Genre

synth-pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

56 min 40 sec