Top tracks — play these first
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New York avec toi — This track captures the longing for adventure and escape with its upbeat tempo and catchy melody, encapsulating the youthful spirit prevalent throughout the album.
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Ce que je veux — The song's straightforward declaration of desire resonates deeply, driven by an infectious rhythm that reflects both personal yearning and broader cultural themes of freedom.
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Un autre monde — The title track serves as a poignant anthem for change and idealism, blending emotional depth with an anthemic chorus that has made it a defining moment in their discography.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic rock with reflective moments, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rock rhythm in 'Les Dunes', establishing an energetic pace that continues through the first half.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, particularly in 'New York avec toi' and 'Oublie ça', enhancing the communal feel.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- contemplative mid-tempo pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Un autre monde' was released on May 7, 1984, Téléphone had already established themselves as one of France's leading rock bands with their previous albums. This album came after their breakthrough record 'Dure Limite' (1982), solidifying their place in the French music scene and further expanding their popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Noir Désir· Indochine· Les Rita Mitsouko
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Les Dunes 4:10
- 2 New York avec toi 2:22
- 3 Loin de toi (un peu trop loin) 3:01
- 4 66 heures 2:17
- 5 Ce que je veux 3:03
- 6 Le Garçon d'ascenseur 4:56
- 7 Oublie ça 4:13
- 8 T'as qu'ces mots 2:51
- 9 Le Taxi las 3:54
- 10 Electric cité 4:07
- 11 Un autre monde 4:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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