The Pleasures of Electricity
John Foxx · 2001
62 min · 11 tracks · new wave · psychedelic rock · synth-pop
Ethereal synths weave through introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike exploration of urban landscapes and emotional disconnection.
The Pleasures of Electricity is an album by John Foxx, released in 2001. Ethereal synths weave through introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike exploration of urban landscapes and emotional disconnection. This album was notable for its critical reception, being praised for its atmospheric production and lyrical depth. It solidified Foxx's role as a pioneer in electronic music, influencing subsequent artists within the synth-pop and ambient genres, and showcasing his continued relevance in the evolving music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Pleasures of Electricity sound like?
Ethereal synths weave through introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike exploration of urban landscapes and emotional disconnection. Rooted in new wave and psychedelic rock.
What makes The Pleasures of Electricity by John Foxx notable?
This album was notable for its critical reception, being praised for its atmospheric production and lyrical depth. It solidified Foxx's role as a pioneer in electronic music, influencing subsequent artists within the synth-pop and ambient genres, and showcasing his continued relevance in the evolving music landscape. Released in 2001, 'The Pleasures of Electricity' marked John Foxx's return to solo work after his previous collaboration with Louis Gordon on 'Metamatic.' By this time, Foxx had been an influential figure in electronic music since the late 1970s, transitioning from new wave to a more ambient sound that characterized this album.
How many songs are on The Pleasures of Electricity?
The Pleasures of Electricity has 11 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Funny Thing 4:16
- 2 Nightlife Standout 5:52
- 3 Camera 7:46
- 4 Invisible Women Standout 5:54
- 5 Cities of Light 5 5:24
- 6 Uptown/Downtown 6:29
- 7 When It Rains 4:20
- 8 Automobile Standout 5:53
- 9 The Falling Room 4:49
- 10 Travel 6:54
- 11 Quiet City 5:05
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 46 sec
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