This Is Normal

GusGus · 1999

53 min · 11 tracks · electronica

An eclectic blend of electronic beats and atmospheric textures that dance between the surreal and the sublime.

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This Is Normal is an album by GusGus, released in 1999. An eclectic blend of electronic beats and atmospheric textures that dance between the surreal and the sublime. Upon release, 'This Is Normal' received critical acclaim, particularly for its innovative fusion of genres and captivating production techniques. It helped solidify GusGus's reputation within the electronica movement of the late '90s, contributing to the broader acceptance of Icelandic electronic music on an international scale. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does This Is Normal sound like?

An eclectic blend of electronic beats and atmospheric textures that dance between the surreal and the sublime. Rooted in electronica.

What makes This Is Normal by GusGus notable?

Upon release, 'This Is Normal' received critical acclaim, particularly for its innovative fusion of genres and captivating production techniques. It helped solidify GusGus's reputation within the electronica movement of the late '90s, contributing to the broader acceptance of Icelandic electronic music on an international scale. By 1999, GusGus had already established themselves in the Icelandic music scene with their debut album 'Polydistortion' in 1997. 'This Is Normal' marked their second studio release, showcasing their growth as a collective and solidifying their place in the electronica genre. The album's eclectic sound reflects a maturation in their style, following the experimentation of their debut.

How many songs are on This Is Normal?

This Is Normal has 11 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.