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Splinter – Songs from a Broken Mind

Gary Numan · 2013

84 min · 18 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop

Dark, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a haunting reflection on despair and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dark atmospheric soundscapes
  • introspective reflections on despair
  • wave-like pacing with intensity
  • haunting emotional resonance
  • immersive journey through resilience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'Splinter – Songs from a Broken Mind' marked Gary Numan's return to form after a decade of exploring varied musical styles. At this point in his career, he was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, driven by a renewed interest in electronic music and collaborations with contemporary artists like Nine Inch Nails. This album is often viewed as a significant artistic statement following his previous work, 'Dead Son Rising.'
Stylistic neighbors
Depeche Mode· Kraftwerk· The Human League

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I Am Dust 4:08
  • 2 Here in the Black 4:56
  • 3 Everything Comes Down to This 4:39
  • 4 The Calling 4:33
  • 5 Splinter 5:26
  • 6 Lost 4:42
  • 7 Love Hurt Bleed 4:52
  • 8 A Shadow Falls on Me 3:07
  • 9 Where I Can Never Be 3:46
  • 10 We're the Unforgiven 5:22
  • 11 Who Are You 3:45
  • 12 My Last Day 5:30

Disc 2

  • 1 I Am Dust (original demo) 4:21
  • 2 Here in the Black (original demo) 6:17
  • 3 The Calling (original demo) 4:26
  • 4 We're the Unforgiven (original demo) 5:29
  • 5 I Am Dust (Roman Remains remix) 4:21
  • 6 Love Hurt Bleed (Tweaker remix) 5:04

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