The InSoc EP
Information Society · 1983
20 min · 5 tracks · new wave
Energizing beats and synth-driven melodies create a vibrant soundscape that embodies early 80s electronic pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fall in Line Start here — This track captures the group's signature fusion of catchy hooks and danceable rhythms, making it a standout representation of their style.
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Growing Up With Shiva — Featuring a more introspective vibe, this song showcases lyrical depth while maintaining an infectious beat, highlighting the band's versatility.
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Get Up (Away From That Thing) — With its driving tempo and energetic lyrics, this track exemplifies the upbeat spirit of the EP and became a favorite in live performances.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic synth-driven tracks that establish a vibrant early 80s electronic pop sound.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a strong synth riff that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the subsequent tracks.
- Each song features prominent electronic beats and layered synthesizers, creating a cohesive sound throughout the EP.
- The last two tracks incorporate more complex arrangements, with varying tempos that provide a dynamic shift in energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- front-loaded energetic bursts
- short tracks for quick listens
- synth-driven dancefloor vibes
- nostalgic early '80s feel
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive albums
- seek deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Information Society's presence in electronic and synthpop scenes.
- Career context
- Released in January 1983, The InSoc EP marked Information Society's debut, showcasing their blend of new wave and freestyle music. This release would set the stage for their subsequent success, particularly with their hit single 'What's on Your Mind (Pure Energy)' later in the decade.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· New Order· Erasure
Tracklist
- 1 Bacchanale 1:39
- 2 Fall in Line Start here 3:50
- 3 Growing Up With Shiva 4:26
- 4 Get Up (Away From That Thing) 5:42
- 5 Can You Live as Fast as Me? 5:13
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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