Living Ornaments '79
Gary Numan · 1981
85 min · 21 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and brooding lyrics that echo the anxieties of a digital age.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks brooding atmosphere for introspection synth-driven melodies for focus
- Context
- Released on April 1, 1981, 'Living Ornaments '79' captures Gary Numan's transition from emerging electronic innovator to established star. This live album comes just after his breakthrough with 'Cars' and showcases his dynamic performances during a pivotal moment in the new wave scene. It solidified Numan's influence in the burgeoning synth-pop genre.
- If you like
- electronic, new wave, synth-pop
Living Ornaments '79 is an album by Gary Numan, released in 1981. A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and brooding lyrics that echo the anxieties of a digital age. The album exemplifies Numan's commercial success, reaching the UK Albums Chart and reinforcing his status as a pioneer in electronic music. Additionally, it features hits like 'Cars' and 'Are ‘Friends’ Electric?', which have left an enduring legacy on popular culture and influenced countless artists across various genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Living Ornaments '79 sound like?
A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and brooding lyrics that echo the anxieties of a digital age. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes Living Ornaments '79 by Gary Numan notable?
The album exemplifies Numan's commercial success, reaching the UK Albums Chart and reinforcing his status as a pioneer in electronic music. Additionally, it features hits like 'Cars' and 'Are ‘Friends’ Electric?', which have left an enduring legacy on popular culture and influenced countless artists across various genres. Released on April 1, 1981, 'Living Ornaments '79' captures Gary Numan's transition from emerging electronic innovator to established star. This live album comes just after his breakthrough with 'Cars' and showcases his dynamic performances during a pivotal moment in the new wave scene. It solidified Numan's influence in the burgeoning synth-pop genre.
Who is Living Ornaments '79 for?
Living Ornaments '79 works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, brooding atmosphere for introspection and synth-driven melodies for focus.
How many songs are on Living Ornaments '79?
Living Ornaments '79 has 21 tracks, running approximately 85 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro 2:32
- 2 Airlane 3:07
- 3 Me! I Disconnect From You Standout 3:02
- 4 Cars Standout 3:25
- 5 M.E. 4:42
- 6 You Are in My Vision 3:11
- 7 Something’s in the House 3:55
- 8 Random 3:38
- 9 Everyday I Die 3:36
- 10 Conversation 7:51
- 11 We Are So Fragile 2:46
Disc 2
- 1 Bombers 5:30
- 2 Remember I Was Vapour 4:51
- 3 On Broadway 4:38
- 4 The Dream Police 4:19
- 5 Films 3:49
- 6 Metal 3:25
- 7 Down in the Park 5:38
- 8 My Shadow in Vain 2:34
- 9 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? Standout 5:33
- 10 Tracks 3:10
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