Jagged Edge
Gary Numan · 2008
93 min · 17 tracks · electronic music
Dark, atmospheric synth textures intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a brooding soundscape that reflects Numan's exploration of isolation and despair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Edge Start here — The opening track sets a dark tone with its intricate synth layers and urgent rhythms, encapsulating the album's exploration of emotional turmoil.
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In a Dark Place — This track features an evocative remix that highlights Numan's signature blend of vulnerability and strength, making it a standout representation of his artistry.
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Slave — With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics about submission and desire, this track exemplifies the emotional depth prevalent throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong production and thematic depth, though its cohesion is affected by the length and track repetition.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build tension with layered synths, while the second half introduces more rhythmic elements and varied textures.
- The album includes both instrumental interludes and vocal pieces, with some tracks blending the two seamlessly.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- haunting introspection and isolation
- dynamic progression through tracks
- immersive experience for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- want short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Numan's continued vitality and relevance in electronic music after a period of quiet.
- Career context
- Upon its release in 2008, Jagged Edge marked Gary Numan's return to the music scene after several years of relative quiet following his 2006 album, Jagged. This album is significant as it showcases Numan's continued evolution in electronic music, blending elements of industrial and new wave while addressing personal themes shaped by his experiences in the intervening years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· Kraftwerk· The Human League
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Edge Start here 4:07
- 2 Fold 6:51
- 3 Halo 4:32
- 4 In a Dark Place (single remix) 3:59
- 5 Blind 4:47
- 6 Before You Hate It 5:36
- 7 Haunted 5:09
- 8 Slave 5:45
- 9 Melt 4:04
Disc 2
- 1 Fold 4:35
- 2 Jagged 7:37
- 3 Before You Hate It 5:49
- 4 Pressure 6:18
- 5 In a Dark Place 6:08
- 6 Melt 5:42
- 7 Slave 6:39
- 8 Scanner 5:16
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