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PAUSE

P-Model

72 min · 17 tracks · new wave

A kaleidoscopic mix of experimental sounds and techno-pop that defies genre boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    SPEED TUBE — This track exemplifies the fusion of upbeat rhythms with intricate electronic textures, representing the band's ability to create engaging dance music while pushing sonic boundaries.
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    CLUSTER — Serving as a sonic centerpiece, CLUSTER features complex arrangements and layered sounds that embody P-Model's experimental ethos, making it a standout exploration of their artistic vision.
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    時間等曲率漏斗館へようこそ — This track combines ethereal melodies with mechanical rhythms, illustrating the band's innovative use of technology in music while maintaining an emotional core that resonates throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • kaleidoscopic sound explorations
  • short bursts of playful energy
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • intriguing sonic surprises throughout

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek traditional song formats

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1984, PAUSE was P-Model's fourth studio album, coming at a time when they were solidifying their unique sound within the Japanese new wave scene. Following their earlier works, which garnered critical acclaim, this album showcased an evolution in their musical experimentation and production techniques, reflecting the band's growing confidence in blending technology with artistry.
Stylistic neighbors
Yellow Magic Orchestra· Kraftwerk· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 BIASTECHNOLOGIST 1:28
  • 2 SOLID AIR 4:35
  • 3 SPEED TUBE 4:16
  • 4 CLUSTER 5:55
  • 5 幼形成熟BOX 3:40
  • 6 フ・ル・ヘッ・ヘッ・ヘッ 3:13
  • 7 時間等曲率漏斗館へようこそ 5:01
  • 8 GRID 6:11
  • 9 WIRE SELF 3:58
  • 10 CHEVRON 4:45
  • 11 JOURNEY THROUGH YOUR BODY 4:12
  • 12 BIG FOOT 3:54
  • 13 2D OR NOT 2D 3:34
  • 14 LAB=01 3:17
  • 15 ブループリント 2:47
  • 16 STONE AGE! 7:05
  • 17 ZEBRA 4:49

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