Hope Bleeds
Gary Numan · 2004
106 min · 20 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A haunting blend of industrial textures and intimate lyrics, reflecting a journey through darkness and renewal.
Why this album works
'Hope Bleeds' is significant for its critical reception, with many reviewers noting Numan's ability to merge personal themes with expansive soundscapes. The album reached number 29 on the UK Albums Chart, marking a notable comeback in his career and solidifying his influence in the electronic genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks intimate reflections on personal struggle haunting soundscapes for deep focus
- Context
- By the time 'Hope Bleeds' was released in January 2004, Gary Numan had already established himself as a pioneering figure in electronic music since the late 1970s. This album came after a period of artistic reinvention, following his previous work, 'Splinter (Songs from a Broken Mind)', showcasing his continued evolution as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· a-ha
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hybrid Standout 5:43
- 2 Pure 5:05
- 3 Films 3:37
- 4 Rip 5:05
- 5 Metal 5:15
- 6 The Aircrash Bureau 5:47
- 7 Dark 4:19
- 8 Crazier Standout 3:58
- 9 Jagged 4:49
- 10 My Jesus Standout 5:52
Disc 2
- 1 Down in the Park 5:28
- 2 Complex 3:31
- 3 Bleed 5:48
- 4 I Can't Breathe 5:44
- 5 A Prayer for the Unborn 5:22
- 6 My Breathing 9:43
- 7 Ancients 6:15
- 8 Absolution 4:59
- 9 My Shadow in Vain 3:18
- 10 Are 'Friends' Electric? 7:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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