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Nonetheless

Pet Shop Boys · 2024

62 min · 14 tracks · house music

A vibrant fusion of electronic textures and introspective lyrics, marrying nostalgia with contemporary dance rhythms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Loneliness Start here — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album, exploring themes of isolation with pulsating beats that invite both introspection and movement.
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    Why Am I Dancing? — This track captures the essence of the album's danceable yet contemplative spirit, questioning the motivations behind joy amidst uncertainty.
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    Bullet for Narcissus — With sharp lyrics addressing self-obsession and societal pressures, this track stands out as a commentary on modern life wrapped in an infectious melody.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • joyous introspection on dancefloor
  • wave-like pacing with energy shifts
  • celebratory anthems for gatherings
  • reflective moments between upbeat tracks

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued artistic growth and innovation in their thirteenth studio album.
Themes
dancefloor joy· modern loneliness· contemporary vanity critique
Career context
Nonetheless marks a significant point in Pet Shop Boys' career as their thirteenth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Hotspot in 2020. By this time, the duo had solidified their status as synth-pop pioneers, continually evolving their sound while retaining their signature lyrical wit. This release showcases their ability to blend new material with reimagined classics.
Stylistic neighbors
Erasure· New Order· Depeche Mode
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Loneliness Start here 5:38
  • 2 Feel 5:02
  • 3 Why Am I Dancing? 3:32
  • 4 New London Boy 4:52
  • 5 Dancing Star 3:01
  • 6 A New Bohemia 4:00
  • 7 The Schlager Hit Parade 3:28
  • 8 The Secret of Happiness 5:25
  • 9 Bullet for Narcissus 3:50
  • 10 Love Is the Law 5:02

Disc 2

  • 1 Heart (new version) 3:57
  • 2 Being Boring (new version) 5:52
  • 3 Always on My Mind (new version) 4:20
  • 4 It’s a Sin (new version) 4:37

What to play next

Hotspot
Listen next

Hotspot

2020

Continues the electronic exploration with a mix of introspection and danceable rhythms.
Super
Go back to

Super

2016

Sets a vibrant tone with contemporary sounds leading into the themes of Nonetheless.
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