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Law of Ruins

Six Finger Satellite · 1998

66 min · 11 tracks · synth-pop

Experimental synth textures weave through dystopian themes, creating a surreal soundscape of electronic angst.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • surreal soundscapes for deep focus
  • dystopian themes for reflective moods
  • experimental textures for headphone detail
  • immersive journey through angst

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of straightforward melodies
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Law of Ruins' was released in 1998, Six Finger Satellite had established themselves within the underground music scene, following their acclaimed 1996 album 'The Pigeon Is the Most Popular Bird'. This project showcases their continued evolution in sound, incorporating more complex arrangements and darker lyrical themes as they navigated the changing landscape of indie and electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors
Modern Talking· Duran Duran· Secret Service

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Race Against Space 5:06
  • 2 Surveillance House 5:24
  • 3 Fall to Pieces 7:33
  • 4 Sea of Tranquility, Parts 1 & 2 11:45
  • 5 Law of Ruins 3:32
  • 6 Lonely Grave 5:30
  • 7 New Kind of Rat 5:00
  • 8 The White Visitation 6:43
  • 9 Bad Aptitude 3:35
  • 10 Fur Immer Liebe 7:53
  • 11 Hertz So Good 3:59

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