Towards Thee Infinite Beat
Psychic TV · 1990
68 min · 12 tracks · techno
A pulsating blend of techno and experimental soundscapes, evoking a trance-like state through hypnotic rhythms and ethereal melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Infinite Beat Start here — Opening with a relentless rhythm, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of consciousness through techno beats and layered synths.
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Bliss — An expansive piece that envelops listeners with its lush textures and repetitive motifs, embodying the meditative aspect of the album.
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I.C. Water — This track combines vocal elements with driving percussion, showcasing Psychic TV's ability to merge lyrical content with the hypnotic nature of electronic music.
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Horror House — With its dark undertones and unsettling atmosphere, this track exemplifies the band's willingness to push boundaries within the techno genre.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with hypnotic rhythms
- immersive journeys through soundscapes
- dynamic exploration of sonic textures
- late-night introspection and discovery
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward catchy tunes
- prefer quick, digestible tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Explores psychedelic themes within techno, marking a departure from earlier styles.
- Themes
- UK rave culture· hypnotic rhythms· trance-like immersion
- Career context
- By the time 'Towards Thee Infinite Beat' was released in 1990, Psychic TV had already established themselves as pioneers of the industrial and techno genres. This album came shortly after their previous work 'Jack the Tab' and marked a transition towards a more dance-oriented sound, expanding their influence within the evolving rave culture of the UK.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aphex Twin· The Black Dog· Boards of Canada
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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S.M.I.L.E.
The chorus shifts perspectives, inviting listeners into an intimate dialogue about perception and experience.
This change in perspective creates a sense of connection that contrasts with the abstract nature of the surrounding lyrics.
Tracklist
- 1 Infinite Beat Start here 6:37
- 2 Bliss 9:27
- 3 Drone Zone 3:18
- 4 S.M.I.L.E. 5:55
- 5 I.C. Water 8:43
- 6 Black Rainbow 5:48
- 7 A Short Sharp Taste Ov Mistress Mix 1:00
- 8 Horror House 6:10
- 9 Jigsaw 5:08
- 10 Alien Be-In 7:57
- 11 Stick Insect 3:35
- 12 Money for E... 5:21
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
U.F.Orb
The Orb
Shares hypnotic soundscapes and immersive rhythms, blending ambient textures with danceable beats.
Second Toughest in the Infants
Underworld
Explores trance-like grooves with a mix of techno and experimental elements, for late-night listening.
Selected Ambient Works 85–92
Aphex Twin
Combines ethereal melodies and intricate rhythms, creating a similarly immersive sonic experience.
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