Fiction Factory

Their music pulses with a steady rhythmic drive, underpinned by shimmering synth textures that create an atmosphere oscillating between urgency and reflection.

new wave

United Kingdom Est. 1983
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“(Feels Like) Heaven”

Immediate hook that introduces their style, showcasing the shimmering synths and catchy melodies that define their music.

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Throw the Warped Wheel Out

Throw the Warped Wheel Out

1984

Immediate hook that introduces their style, showcasing the shimmering synths and catchy melodies that define their music.
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About Fiction Factory

Fiction Factory carved out a significant niche in the early '80s landscape, resonating with listeners who craved an emotive soundscape amid the burgeoning new wave movement.
Their music offered a distinct blend of introspection and accessibility, creating a bridge for audiences seeking both depth and danceability.
Their music offered a distinct blend of introspection and accessibility, creating a bridge for audiences seeking both depth and danceability. This duality allowed them to resonate with a diverse fan base, capturing the spirit of an era marked by change and experimentation. Their approach combines catchy melodies with thoughtful arrangements, often employing synthesizers and driving rhythms that reflect the tensions of their time. Fiction Factory harnessed the power of evocative hooks and layered instrumentation, crafting songs that not only invited movement but also provoked thought. This balance between infectious energy and lyrical depth set them apart within the evolving sound of the decade. Lyrically, they often explore themes of longing, existential questioning, and societal observation, employing a storytelling approach that balances sincerity with an impressionistic style. Their tone strikes a delicate chord between melancholy and hopefulness, inviting listeners to engage both emotionally and intellectually. The narratives within their songs frequently reveal layers upon repeated listens, showcasing a keen awareness of the human experience.

2 studio albums· 5 total releases· 2 years· United Kingdom

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Fiction Factory's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

5 releases • 2 albums • 1983–1985
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Singles (3)

All or Nothing album by Fiction Factory

All or Nothing

1984

Ghost of Love album by Fiction Factory

Ghost of Love

1984

(Feels Like) Heaven album by Fiction Factory

(Feels Like) Heaven

1983

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