Hybrid
Gary Numan · 2002
152 min · 32 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A haunting blend of electronic textures and reimagined classics that echo Numan's pioneering sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of reimagined classics haunting textures throughout wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- By the time 'Hybrid' was released in 2002, Gary Numan had experienced a resurgence in popularity following his earlier 1990s albums. This album marked a pivotal moment as it featured reworkings of his classic tracks alongside new material, showcasing his evolution as an artist while engaging both old fans and new listeners.
- If you like
- electronic, new wave, synth-pop
Hybrid is an album by Gary Numan, released in 2002. A haunting blend of electronic textures and reimagined classics that echo Numan's pioneering sound. 'Hybrid' is notable for its experimental approach to Numan's back catalog, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative production. The album represented a significant moment in electronic music, influencing contemporary artists and reaffirming Numan's status in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hybrid sound like?
A haunting blend of electronic textures and reimagined classics that echo Numan's pioneering sound. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes Hybrid by Gary Numan notable?
'Hybrid' is notable for its experimental approach to Numan's back catalog, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative production. The album represented a significant moment in electronic music, influencing contemporary artists and reaffirming Numan's status in the genre. By the time 'Hybrid' was released in 2002, Gary Numan had experienced a resurgence in popularity following his earlier 1990s albums. This album marked a pivotal moment as it featured reworkings of his classic tracks alongside new material, showcasing his evolution as an artist while engaging both old fans and new listeners.
Who is Hybrid for?
Hybrid works well if you're into dynamic exploration of reimagined classics, haunting textures throughout and wave-like pacing with peaks.
How many songs are on Hybrid?
Hybrid has 32 tracks, running approximately 152 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hybrid 5:10
- 2 Dark (reworked by Andy Gray) 4:53
- 3 Crazier Standout 3:55
- 4 Bleed (reworked by Sulpher) 5:33
- 5 Torn (reworked by Sulpher) 5:10
- 6 Down in the Park (reworked by Curve) 5:31
- 7 Every Day I Die (reworked by Andy Gray) 4:32
- 8 Absolution (reworked by Andy Gray) 6:43
- 9 Cars (reworked by Flood and Rob Kirwan) 4:33
Disc 2
- 1 Ancients (Andy Gray) 5:31
- 2 Dominion Day (Sulpher) 4:50
- 3 A Prayer for the Unborn (Andy Gray) 3:49
- 4 Me! I Disconnect From You (Alan Moulder) 4:40
- 5 Listen to My Voice (Rico) 5:09
- 6 Rip (Andy Gray) 5:58
- 7 The Wreckage (New Disease) 4:50
- 8 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? (Andy Gray) 5:41
- 9 M.E (2002 Numan version) 4:41
- 10 Down in the Park (Sulpher) 4:25
Disc 3
- 1 Crazier (Steve Osborne single mix) 3:22
- 2 All I Know (Ancients alternative version) 4:25
- 3 Rip (original single version) 5:09
- 4 Are ‘Friends’ Electric (Metamorphosis mix) 5:18
- 5 Dominion Day (single version) 3:39
- 6 Crazier (live ARTE TV) 3:55
- 7 A Prayer for the Unborn (live ARTE TV) 5:14
- 8 Ancients (Greyed Out mix) 6:23
- 9 Crazier Video 3:20
- 10 Rip Video 5:19
- 11 Dominion Day Video 3:42
- 12 Crazier (live ARTE TV footage) 2:00
- 13 A Prayer for the Unborn (live ARTE TV footage) 5:15
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