The Seduction of Claude Debussy

Art of Noise

The Seduction of Claude Debussy

RELEASED: June 28, 1999
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Il pleure (At the Turn of the Century) 8:02 2. Born on a Sunday 4:40 3. Dreaming in Colour 6:42 4. On Being Blue 4:58 5. Continued in Colour 1:19 6. Rapt: In the Evening Air 4:22 7. Metaforce 3:44 8. The Holy Egoism of Genius 7:56 9. La flûte de Pan 2:45 10. Metaphor on the Floor 2:06 11. Approximate Mood Swing No: 2 2:14 12. Pause 2:30 13. Out of This World (version 138) 5:25
Historical Archive
The Seduction of Claude Debussy is a unique album that blends elements of electronic music, classical influences, and avant-garde sounds. Released in 1999, it showcases The Art of Noise's innovative approach to music, merging traditional orchestration with contemporary production techniques. The album is notable for its conceptual focus on the famed composer Claude Debussy, utilizing samples and references to his work while creating a modern soundscape that resonates with both classical and electronic music fans. The album’s legacy lies in its ability to bridge genres and inspire future artists to explore the fusion of classical and electronic music.