Organisation

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Organisation

RELEASED: June 29, 1980
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Enola Gay 3:31 2. 2nd Thought 4:15 3. VCL XI 3:50 4. Motion and Heart 3:17 5. Statues 4:27 6. The Misunderstanding 4:53 7. The More I See You 4:12 8. Promise 4:49 9. Stanlow 6:41
Historical Archive
Organisation is the second studio album by the British synth-pop duo Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released in 1980. The album features a more experimental sound compared to their debut, incorporating elements of avant-garde and electronic music. It includes the hit single 'Enola Gay,' which reflects on the impact of World War II and the use of the atomic bomb, and is considered one of the defining tracks of the synth-pop genre. The album's themes often revolve around technology, war, and the human experience, showcasing OMD's innovative use of synthesizers and complex arrangements.