Telekon – Live
Gary Numan · 2008
90 min · 16 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and haunting vocals, echoing the sonic landscapes of the late '70s and early '80s.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks pulsating rhythms for late nights haunting vocals for introspection
- Context
- By 2008, Gary Numan was revisiting his classic sound with 'Telekon – Live', a performance that re-engaged fans during a resurgence in interest in new wave music. This release followed his earlier works, including the influential 'Telekon' from 1980, marking a significant return to his roots amid a renewed wave of electronic music popularity.
- If you like
- electronic, new wave, synth-pop
Telekon – Live is an album by Gary Numan, released in 2008. A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and haunting vocals, echoing the sonic landscapes of the late '70s and early '80s. This live album documents a pivotal moment in Numan's career as he celebrated the legacy of his early work while attracting new listeners. It received positive reviews for its raw energy and authenticity, showcasing Numan's enduring influence on electronic and synth-pop music, particularly among a generation inspired by his pioneering sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Telekon – Live sound like?
A pulsating blend of synth-driven melodies and haunting vocals, echoing the sonic landscapes of the late '70s and early '80s. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes Telekon – Live by Gary Numan notable?
This live album documents a pivotal moment in Numan's career as he celebrated the legacy of his early work while attracting new listeners. It received positive reviews for its raw energy and authenticity, showcasing Numan's enduring influence on electronic and synth-pop music, particularly among a generation inspired by his pioneering sounds. By 2008, Gary Numan was revisiting his classic sound with 'Telekon – Live', a performance that re-engaged fans during a resurgence in interest in new wave music. This release followed his earlier works, including the influential 'Telekon' from 1980, marking a significant return to his roots amid a renewed wave of electronic music popularity.
Who is Telekon – Live for?
Telekon – Live works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, pulsating rhythms for late nights and haunting vocals for introspection.
How many songs are on Telekon – Live?
Telekon – Live has 16 tracks, running approximately 90 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 This Wreckage 7:12
- 2 Remind Me to Smile 4:19
- 3 I Dream of Wires Standout 5:03
- 4 Telekon 4:27
- 5 The Aircrash Bureau 6:13
- 6 Photograph 3:27
- 7 Sleep by Windows 6:47
- 8 Please Push No More 5:27
Disc 2
- 1 Remember I Was Vapour 5:08
- 2 I’m an Agent 5:23
- 3 We Are Glass 5:29
- 4 The Joy Circuit 8:22
- 5 A Game Called Echo 5:06
- 6 I Die: You Die 5:12
- 7 Down in the Park Standout 5:40
- 8 Are ‘Friends’ Electric? Standout 7:23
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