Technique
New Order · 1989
39 min · 9 tracks · new wave · synth-pop · post-punk
A seamless blend of synth-driven rhythms and introspective lyrics that encapsulate late '80s dance culture.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on January 30, 1989, 'Technique' marked New Order's fifth studio album and their first after the departure of founding member Stephen Morris from his traditional drumming role. At this point, the band was fully immersed in the burgeoning acid house scene, using this album to explore new electronic sounds while maintaining their post-punk roots.
- If you like
- new wave, synth-pop, post-punk
Technique is an album by New Order, released in 1989. A seamless blend of synth-driven rhythms and introspective lyrics that encapsulate late '80s dance culture. 'Technique' is significant for its commercial success, reaching number one in the UK charts and solidifying New Order's status as pioneers of the alternative dance genre. The album's sound influenced numerous electronic acts in subsequent years and is often credited with shaping the aesthetic of early '90s dance music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Technique sound like?
A seamless blend of synth-driven rhythms and introspective lyrics that encapsulate late '80s dance culture. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop.
What makes Technique by New Order notable?
'Technique' is significant for its commercial success, reaching number one in the UK charts and solidifying New Order's status as pioneers of the alternative dance genre. The album's sound influenced numerous electronic acts in subsequent years and is often credited with shaping the aesthetic of early '90s dance music. Released on January 30, 1989, 'Technique' marked New Order's fifth studio album and their first after the departure of founding member Stephen Morris from his traditional drumming role. At this point, the band was fully immersed in the burgeoning acid house scene, using this album to explore new electronic sounds while maintaining their post-punk roots.
Who is Technique for?
Technique works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Technique?
Technique has 9 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fine Time Standout 4:42
- 2 All the Way 3:24
- 3 Love Less 3:04
- 4 Round & Round Standout 4:31
- 5 Guilty Partner 4:48
- 6 Run 4:31
- 7 Mr. Disco 4:21
- 8 Vanishing Point Standout 5:17
- 9 Dream Attack 5:12
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