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The Eye

Yello · 2003

90 min · 20 tracks · electronica

An adventurous blend of lush electronic soundscapes and quirky, playful rhythms that defy genre boundaries.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic exploration of soundscapes long, immersive listening sessions playful and quirky rhythms
Context
Released in 2003, 'The Eye' marked Yello's return after a six-year hiatus since their album 'Pocket Universe'. This period saw the duo exploring new production techniques while maintaining their signature eclectic style, positioning them as innovators within the electronica scene.
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electronica

The Eye is an album by Yello, released in 2003. An adventurous blend of lush electronic soundscapes and quirky, playful rhythms that defy genre boundaries. 'The Eye' received positive reviews for its inventive sound and was noted for its successful fusion of various electronic music styles. The album showcased Yello's enduring influence on the genre, contributing to the resurgence of interest in electronic music during the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Eye sound like?

An adventurous blend of lush electronic soundscapes and quirky, playful rhythms that defy genre boundaries. Rooted in electronica.

What makes The Eye by Yello notable?

'The Eye' received positive reviews for its inventive sound and was noted for its successful fusion of various electronic music styles. The album showcased Yello's enduring influence on the genre, contributing to the resurgence of interest in electronic music during the early 2000s. Released in 2003, 'The Eye' marked Yello's return after a six-year hiatus since their album 'Pocket Universe'. This period saw the duo exploring new production techniques while maintaining their signature eclectic style, positioning them as innovators within the electronica scene.

Who is The Eye for?

The Eye works well if you're into dynamic exploration of soundscapes, long, immersive listening sessions and playful and quirky rhythms.

How many songs are on The Eye?

The Eye has 20 tracks, running approximately 90 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·90:49

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Planet Dada Standout 3:08
  • 2 Nervous 2:53
  • 3 Don Turbulento 4:51
  • 4 Soul on Ice Standout 3:12
  • 5 Junior B 4:05
  • 6 Tiger Dust Standout 5:00
  • 7 Distant Solution 4:43
  • 8 Hipster's Delay 4:38
  • 9 Time Palace 4:19
  • 10 Indigo Bay 5:50
  • 11 Unreal 4:02
  • 12 Bougainville 3:55
  • 13 Star Breath 5:18
  • 14 Planet Dada (Flamboyant) 4:40

Disc 2

  • 1 Planet Dada (Visit The Planet Mix) 3:13
  • 2 Planet Dada (Akufen's Delta Panda Mix) 7:03
  • 3 Planet Dada (Northern Lights Mix) 4:52
  • 4 Planet Dada (Futuristic Funk Mix) 4:34
  • 5 The Race 2003 (Tomcraft On Yello Remix) 6:31
  • 6 The Race 2003 (Tomcraft On Yello Edit) 3:52

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Genre

electronica

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Artist Origin

Switzerland

Runtime

90 min 49 sec