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Metamatic

John Foxx · 1980

60 min · 16 tracks · new wave · psychedelic rock · synth-pop

A haunting blend of synthetic textures and introspective lyrics that define the early electronic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting atmospheric soundscapes
  • introspective late-night listening
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • immersive sonic explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 18, 1980, 'Metamatic' marked John Foxx's first solo album after leaving the band Ultravox. This transition allowed him to explore a more experimental sound, firmly establishing his identity as a pioneering figure in the synth-pop genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Visage

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Plaza 3:55
  • 2 He’s a Liquid 3:03
  • 3 Underpass 3:56
  • 4 Metal Beat 3:01
  • 5 No-One Driving 3:48
  • 6 A New Kind of Man 3:41
  • 7 Blurred Girl 4:19
  • 8 030 3:17
  • 9 Tidal Wave 4:17
  • 10 Touch and Go 5:38
  • 11 Young Love 3:10
  • 12 Film One 4:00
  • 13 20th Century 3:06
  • 14 Miles Away 3:19
  • 15 A Long Time 3:50
  • 16 Swimmer 1 4:09

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