Album: Telekon by Gary Numan (1980)
Genre: Rock | Style: Electronic | Mood: Confrontational
Record Label: BMG
Format: Album

Artist Background: One of the founding fathers of synth pop, Gary Numan's influence extends far beyond his lone American hit, "Cars," which still stands as one of the defining new wave singles. That seminal track helped usher in the synthpop era on both sides of the Atlantic, especially his native England, where he was a genuine pop star and consistent hitmaker during the early '80s. Even after new wave had petered out, Numan's influence continued to make itself felt; his dark, paranoid vision, theatrically icy... Part of the Hammersmith, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Electronic style.

Related Artists: John Foxx, The Human League, Ultravox, Japan

Music Scene: Part of the Hammersmith, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Electronic style.

Tags: Rock, Electronic, Confrontational, 1980s, Album, BMG

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