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Chrysalis China Records 208 614
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ART OF NOISE
- In No Sense NonSense
(1987, EU)
In No Sense? Nonsense! was the third full-length album by Art of Noise. By the time of its recording, the group had been reduced to a duo, with engineer Gary Langan leaving the previous year—Langan's mix engineering duties were taken over by Bob Kraushaar and Ted Hayton for this album, but the music was produced entirely by Anne Dudley and J.J. Jeczalik. The album saw the group expanding their sound to include rock and orchestral instrumentation, in addition to their trademark sampling.
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Chrysalis China Records CHS-41528
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ART OF NOISE Invisible Silence (1986, Canada)
"In Visible Silence," Art of Noise's 1986 avant-garde pop masterpiece, emerged after their departure from ZTT records. Fueled by newfound creative freedom, the album embodies the mid-80s musical landscape, blending synthesizers, samples, and unconventional instruments. The vinyl LP's custom inner sleeve, featuring lyrics and artwork, enhances the immersive experience. A testament to innovation, the album remains a sonic journey, encapsulating a pivotal era in music history.
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Chrysalis / China Records WOK R5
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ART OF NOISE
Legs / Last Leg
The Art of Noise's "Legs / Last Leg Ostrich" 12" maxi-single vinyl, emblematic of late '80s musical innovation, reflects the era's embrace of electronic music and remix culture. In this transformative period, artists pushed boundaries with synthesizers and digital sampling. The vinyl format, popular for extended remixes, provided an immersive experience. The release's cover art, featuring bold colors and geometric shapes, aligns with the vibrant visual aesthetics of the late 1980s.
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RCA Music Ltd, Chrysalis Records Ltd, China Records WOK X 6
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ART OF NOISE feat Duane Eddy
- Peter Gunn extended version
(UK)
In 1986, the Art of Noise and guitarist Duane Eddy collaborated on a 7" vinyl single, reimagining Henry Mancini's classic "Peter Gunn" theme. This rare demo copy, featuring a picture sleeve designed by John Pasche, combines electronic innovation with Eddy's iconic guitar twang. Released during the experimental 1980s, the collaboration bridges musical eras, creating a unique gem that captures the spirit of the time.
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ART OF NOISE
- Peter Gunn Promo Disc
In Visible Silence. This album spawned the Grammy Award-winning cover of the Peter Gunn theme, recorded with twangy guitar legend Duane Eddy, who had a huge hit, years earlier, with Peter Gunn in 1959. The Art of Noise collaboration reached number two on the Billboard dance charts. The Peter Gunn video featured comedian Rik Mayall sending up the private eye. From this same album, the "Beat Box"-like single, "Legs," was a mild underground hit in dance clubs, and in 1986, "Paranoimia" achieved some success when a remix of it was released as a single with overdubbed vocal samples provided by the supposedly computer-generated character Max Headroom.
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Chrysalis China Records WOLD 2
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ART OF NOISE Re-works of Art of Noise
(1986, UK)
"Re-Works of Art of Noise," a 1986 UK release, encapsulated the sonic revolution of its time. Amidst the dynamic music scene, the album showcased Art of Noise's avant-garde approach to electronic music. With meticulous production, it re-imagined their iconic tracks, leaving a lasting impact on the evolving sound landscape. The UK pressing, a testament to production mastery, stands as a sonic time capsule, influencing future generations of musicians.
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Introduction: ART OF NOISE Who's Afraid of the Art of Noise
Art of Noise's first full album, (Who's Afraid Of?) The Art of Noise!, consolidated the future shock of the earlier EPs and singles in one entertaining and often frightening and screwed-up package. Rarely has something aiming for modern pop status also sought to destroy and disturb so effectively. The most legendary song is still "Close (To the Edit)," benefiting not merely from the innovative video but from its strong funk groove and nutty sense of humor in the mostly lyric-less vocals, not to mention the "hey!" vocal hook the Prodigy would sample for "Firestarter
Titles include BEAT BOX and moments in love, working titles for art of noise's first album included: Beat Box, Worship, Snapshots and the Movement of Desire, But the Art Of Noise suddenly realised...
ZTT (Zang Tuum Tumb) Records, 1984, 2060492, Made in West Germany
Photography Anton Corbijn
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ZTT (Zang Tuum Tumb) Records, 1984, 2060492
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ART OF NOISE Who's Afraid of the Art of Noise
Released 1984, "Who's Afraid of the Art of Noise" by The Art of Noise is a groundbreaking 12" vinyl LP album that epitomizes the electronic music revolution of the early 1980s. With innovative production techniques, sampling, and Anton Corbijn's striking photography, the album explores unconventional soundscapes. Its standout track, "Close (To the Edit)," exemplifies the group's ability to blend complexity and catchiness, making it a timeless influence on music.
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ZTT (Zang Tuum Tumb) Records, 1984, 2060492
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ART OF NOISE
- Who's Afraid of the Art of Noise
Art of Noise's first full album, (Who's Afraid Of?) The Art of Noise!, consolidated the future shock of the earlier EPs and singles in one entertaining and often frightening and screwed-up package. Rarely has something aiming for modern pop status also sought to destroy and disturb so effectively. The most legendary song is still "Close (To the Edit)," benefiting not merely from the innovative video but from its strong funk groove and nutty sense of humor in the mostly lyric-less vocals, not to mention the "hey!" vocal hook the Prodigy would sample for "Firestarter
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