The Fury
Gary Numan · 1985
69 min · 14 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
A haunting blend of electronic textures and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of desolation and yearning.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with urgency introspective moments of yearning dynamic flow with extended sections
- Context
- Released in 1985, The Fury was Gary Numan's sixth studio album, coming after the commercially successful but critically mixed release of Berserker. At this point, Numan was navigating a transition from his early synth-pop sound into more experimental territories, reflecting both personal and artistic exploration. This album marked a significant moment of reinvention as he sought to redefine his musical identity amidst changing trends.
- If you like
- electronic, new wave, synth-pop
The Fury is an album by Gary Numan, released in 1985. A haunting blend of electronic textures and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of desolation and yearning. The Fury is notable for its divergence from traditional synth-pop, incorporating darker themes and complex arrangements that foreshadowed the future of electronic music. While it did not achieve the commercial success of Numan's earlier works, it garnered attention for its bold experimentation and has since influenced a generation of electronic artists exploring similar sonic landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Fury sound like?
A haunting blend of electronic textures and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of desolation and yearning. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes The Fury by Gary Numan notable?
The Fury is notable for its divergence from traditional synth-pop, incorporating darker themes and complex arrangements that foreshadowed the future of electronic music. While it did not achieve the commercial success of Numan's earlier works, it garnered attention for its bold experimentation and has since influenced a generation of electronic artists exploring similar sonic landscapes. Released in 1985, The Fury was Gary Numan's sixth studio album, coming after the commercially successful but critically mixed release of Berserker. At this point, Numan was navigating a transition from his early synth-pop sound into more experimental territories, reflecting both personal and artistic exploration. This album marked a significant moment of reinvention as he sought to redefine his musical identity amidst changing trends.
Who is The Fury for?
The Fury works well if you're into wave-like pacing with urgency, introspective moments of yearning and dynamic flow with extended sections.
How many songs are on The Fury?
The Fury has 14 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Call Out the Dogs Standout 4:41
- 2 This Disease 4:05
- 3 Your Fascination Standout 4:46
- 4 Miracles Standout 3:38
- 5 The Pleasure Skin 4:09
- 6 Creatures 5:10
- 7 Tricks 5:41
- 8 God Only Knows 5:26
- 9 I Still Remember 4:04
- 10 Call Out the Dogs (extended) 6:55
- 11 I Still Remember (12" version) 5:22
- 12 Anthem (B-side) 3:28
- 13 Tribal (demo version) 5:57
- 14 The Fear (95 remix) 6:15
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