Trans
Neil Young · 1982
44 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock
A pioneering blend of synth-driven sounds and folk-inspired melodies, reflecting Young's embrace of technology.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- synth-driven sounds exploration
- thoughtful reflections on technology
- engaging narrative through tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Themes
- digital alienation· technological control· communication barriers
- Career context
- When 'Trans' was released in December 1982, Neil Young was navigating a period of artistic experimentation following his commercially successful album 'Harvest.' This album marked a distinct shift towards electronic music and showcased Young's willingness to explore new sonic territories after a series of rock-focused releases throughout the late 1970s.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Low by David Bowie — Shares an experimental approach with synth textures and themes of alienation and emotional distance.Remain in Light by Talking Heads — Combines rhythmic experimentation and electronic sounds, reflecting on communication and societal issues.Computer World by Kraftwerk — Explores themes of technology and alienation through minimalistic electronic soundscapes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Little Thing Called Love 3:13
- 2 Computer Age 5:24
- 3 We R in Control 3:31
- 4 Transformer Man 3:23
- 5 Computer Cowboy (a.k.a. Syscrusher) 4:13
- 6 Hold on to Your Love 3:28
- 7 Sample and Hold 8:03
- 8 Mr. Soul 3:19
- 9 Like an Inca 9:46
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