Released 20 years ago
The Alternative
IAMX · 2006
50 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · synth-pop · dark cabaret
A lush blend of dark cabaret and synth-pop, steeped in introspective lyrics and atmospheric production.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow
- introspective lyrics for deep thinking
- atmospheric production for late nights
- darkly whimsical party reflections
- immersive headphone listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefering quick, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'The Alternative' is IAMX's second studio album, following their 2004 debut 'Kiss + Swallow'. This album marked a significant evolution in Chris Corner's sound, showcasing a more polished production while maintaining the emotional intensity that characterized his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Placebo· The Birthday Massacre· Bat for Lashes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 President 3:57
- 2 The Alternative 4:13
- 3 Nightlife 5:01
- 4 Lulled by Numbers 3:59
- 5 Song of Imaginary Beings 4:31
- 6 The Negative Sex 3:11
- 7 Bring Me Back a Dog 3:29
- 8 S.H.E. 4:02
- 9 Spit It Out 3:55
- 10 After Every Party I Die 3:50
- 11 This Will Make You Love Again 4:47
- 12 Spit It Out (string version) 5:51
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