Metanoia cover

Metanoia

IAMX · 2015

44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · synth-pop · dark cabaret

A haunting blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics that explore themes of identity and transformation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo introspection
  • haunting melodies for contemplation
  • melancholic themes of transformation
  • focused listening during solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Metanoia' was released in 2015, IAMX, led by Chris Corner, had established a unique sound blending alternative rock with dark cabaret and electronic elements. This album followed the critically acclaimed 'The Unified Field' from 2013, showcasing Corner's continued exploration of personal and emotional themes through his music.
Stylistic neighbors
Placebo· The Birthday Massacre· Bat for Lashes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No Maker Made Me 3:48
  • 2 Happiness 3:47
  • 3 North Star 4:47
  • 4 Say Hello Melancholia 4:37
  • 5 The Background Noise 3:38
  • 6 Insomnia 4:39
  • 7 Look Outside 3:16
  • 8 Oh Cruel Darkness Embrace Me 3:11
  • 9 Aphrodisiac 4:08
  • 10 Surrender 3:40
  • 11 Wildest Wind 4:46

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