Love Is a Bourgeois Construct
Pet Shop Boys · 2013
53 min · 9 tracks · house · new wave · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and house, infused with a satirical take on romance and materialism.
Why this album works
The title track achieved notable chart success, reaching the top of the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart, showcasing the duo's enduring relevance in the dance music scene. Additionally, it highlights their ability to weave critical commentary into catchy pop songs, resonating with both fans and critics alike for its clever lyrics and production.
- Career context
- Released in 2013, 'Love Is a Bourgeois Construct' came during Pet Shop Boys' ongoing evolution as electronic pop innovators. This single was part of their album 'Electric,' marking a creative resurgence after a period of relative commercial quiet following the early 2000s. The duo continued to explore themes of love and society while embracing contemporary production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· Soft Cell· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Nighttime radio edit) Standout 4:12
- 2 Entschuldigung! Standout 5:04
- 3 Get It Online Standout 3:38
- 4 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (The Penelopes remix) 6:57
- 5 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Claptone remix) 7:00
- 6 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Little Boots Discothèque edit) 6:52
- 7 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Dave Audé Big dirty dub) 6:17
- 8 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Claptone instrumental) 6:59
- 9 Love Is a Bourgeois Construct (Little Boots Discothèque dub) 6:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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