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Rage in Eden

Ultravox · 1981

60 min · 12 tracks · new wave · synth-pop

A haunting blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of early '80s new wave.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with dynamics
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • late-night reflective listening
  • emotional depth in each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1981, 'Rage in Eden' was Ultravox's fourth studio album and marked a significant step in their evolution towards more complex arrangements and deeper lyrical themes. It followed their successful album 'Vienna' and solidified their position as pioneers of the synth-pop genre during this era.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Voice 6:02
  • 2 We Stand Alone 5:40
  • 3 Rage in Eden 4:12
  • 4 I Remember (Death in the Afternoon) 4:59
  • 5 The Thin Wall 5:40
  • 6 Stranger Within 7:27
  • 7 Accent on Youth 4:45
  • 8 The Ascent 2:19
  • 9 Your Name (Has Slipped My Mind Again) 4:41
  • 10 I Never Wanted to Begin 3:32
  • 11 Paths and Angles 4:20
  • 12 I Never Wanted to Begin (extended version) 6:17

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