Is The Third Chimpanzee a good place to start with Martin Gore?

Yes, The Third Chimpanzee is recommended as a starting point for new Martin Gore listeners. A meditative blend of electronic soundscapes and emotive melodies that evoke the wildness of nature. By 2021, Martin Gore was well-established as a key member of Depeche Mode and had released this EP as his first solo project since 2015's 'MG'. This release marked a return to his experimental roots, showcasing his ability to create atmospheric soundtracks outside the confines of the band's pop sensibilities.

Who is The Third Chimpanzee for?

The Third Chimpanzee works well if you're into meditative soundscapes for reflection, gradual builds to calming resolutions and emotive melodies evoking nature.

How many songs are on The Third Chimpanzee?

The Third Chimpanzee has 5 tracks, running approximately 23 minutes.

The Third Chimpanzee

Martin Gore · 2021

23 min · 5 tracks · new wave

A meditative blend of electronic soundscapes and emotive melodies that evoke the wildness of nature.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

meditative soundscapes for reflection
gradual builds to calming resolutions
emotive melodies evoking nature
focused listening in quiet spaces

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — This EP marks a return to Gore's experimental roots with innovative production.
Themes: wild electronic landscapes· nature-inspired rhythms· animalistic instincts
Career context: By 2021, Martin Gore was well-established as a key member of Depeche Mode and had released this EP as his first solo project since 2015's 'MG'. This release marked a return to his experimental roots, showcasing his ability to create atmospheric soundtracks outside the confines of the band's pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors: Duran Duran· A Flock of Seagulls· Kim Wilde
If this clicks, go next to: MG — Continues the exploration of electronic soundscapes with deeper emotional resonance.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Immunity by Jon Hopkins — Explores nature-inspired soundscapes with immersive electronic textures and emotive melodies.

Dive by Tycho — Shares a similar atmospheric quality with lush, organic synths and a focus on natural rhythms.

New Energy by Four Tet — Combines experimental electronic elements with a rhythmic pulse reflecting nature's fluidity.