English Electric

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

English Electric

RELEASED: April 05, 2013
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Please Remain Seated 0:43 2. Metroland 7:33 3. Night Café 3:45 4. The Future Will Be Silent 2:40 5. Helen of Troy 4:13 6. Our System 4:33 7. Kissing the Machine 5:05 8. Decimal 1:15 9. Stay With Me 4:26 10. Dresden 3:37 11. Atomic Ranch 1:43 12. Final Song 3:24
Historical Archive
English Electric is the seventh studio album by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released in 1991. The album showcases a blend of synth-pop and alternative rock, characterized by its lush soundscapes and melodic hooks. It reflects the band's signature style while incorporating contemporary influences of the early 1990s. The album addresses themes of technology, communication, and nostalgia, and has been noted for its introspective lyrics and innovative production techniques. Over the years, English Electric has been recognized as a significant work in OMD's discography, contributing to the band's legacy in the synth-pop genre.