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Into Battle with the Art of Noise

Art of Noise · 1983

68 min · 27 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop

A bold fusion of electronic soundscapes and innovative sampling that challenges musical conventions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • dynamic journey through soundscapes
  • short interludes for reflection
  • engaging headphone detail exploration
  • bold experimental listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1983, 'Into Battle with the Art of Noise' marked Art of Noise's debut album, following their emergence as pioneers in the electronic music scene. At this point, they were gaining recognition for their experimental approach, particularly with their hit track 'Beat Box,' which had been released as a single prior to the album's launch.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Battle 0:27
  • 2 Beat Box 4:49
  • 3 The Army Now 2:02
  • 4 Donna 1:43
  • 5 Moments in Love 5:12
  • 6 Bright Noise 0:05
  • 7 Flesh in Armour 1:25
  • 8 Comes and Goes 1:19
  • 9 Moment in Love 1:29
  • 10 Who's Afraid of the Art of Noise? 2:46
  • 11 One Finger of Love 0:24
  • 12 Diversions 1 8:26
  • 13 Two Fingers of Love 0:55
  • 14 The Uncertainty of Syrup 1:20
  • 15 Damn It All! 1:43
  • 16 Three Fingers of Love 0:42
  • 17 Sigh of Relief 1:28
  • 18 Hands Off Love 0:54
  • 19 Diversions 5 3:44
  • 20 Goodbye, Art of Noise 0:38
  • 21 Confession 1:02
  • 22 Close (to the Edit) 4:06
  • 23 Diversions 3 3:52
  • 24 The Movement of Desire 3:43
  • 25 And What Have You Done With My Body, God? 4:38
  • 26 The Wounds of Wonder 4:21
  • 27 A Time for Fear (Who's Afraid?) 4:42

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