What makes Vox Humana by Daniel Amos notable?

Vox Humana received notable attention for its innovative fusion of genres, contributing to the evolving landscape of Christian music in the 1980s. The album's lead single, (It's the Eighties, So Where's Our) Rocket Packs, critiqued contemporary culture and garnered significant airplay on both Christian and mainstream radio stations, marking a pivotal moment for the band's visibility. Released in January 1984, Vox Humana is Daniel Amos's fifth studio album and represents a shift towards new wave influences after their earlier work in Christian rock. At this time, the band was transitioning from their previous sound, embracing synthesizers and a more experimental approach as they sought broader appeal beyond their initial fanbase.

How many songs are on Vox Humana?

Vox Humana has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Vox Humana

Daniel Amos · 1984

45 min · 12 tracks · Christian rock

A playful blend of new wave and Christian rock, marked by catchy hooks and satirical lyricism reflecting the anxieties of the 1980s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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(It's the Eighties, So Where's Our) Rocket Packs — This track captures the album's satirical essence while addressing technological optimism and societal disillusionment characteristic of the era.
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William Blake — Combining poetic lyrics with a catchy melody, this song reflects on artistic vision and existential themes, showcasing Daniel Amos's lyrical depth.
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Live and Let Live — This lengthy track features intricate arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics about freedom and existence, embodying the album’s philosophical undertones.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends new wave with Christian rock, featuring catchy hooks and satirical themes while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the energetic earlier songs and allowing for reflective moments.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Travelog 4:23
2 (It's the Eighties, So Where's Our) Rocket Packs 3:40
3 Home Permanent 3:12
4 It's Sick 2:23
5 William Blake 4:46
6 Dance Stop 2:47
7 Live and Let Live 7:58
8 When Worlds Collide 3:51
9 As the World Turns 2:01
10 She's All Heart 1:13
11 The Incredible Shrinking Man 3:01
12 Sanctuary 5:51

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