Error in the System
Peter Schilling · 1983
57 min · 13 tracks · Neue Deutsche Welle
Synth-driven pop melodies collide with existential themes and playful irony, encapsulating the essence of Neue Deutsche Welle.
Error in the System is an album by Peter Schilling, released in 1983. Synth-driven pop melodies collide with existential themes and playful irony, encapsulating the essence of Neue Deutsche Welle. 'Error in the System' is notable for its enduring hit 'Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)', which reached significant chart positions across Europe. The album solidified Schilling's place within the Neue Deutsche Welle genre and showcased a unique blend of pop and electronic influences that resonated with a generation looking for new sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Error in the System sound like?
Synth-driven pop melodies collide with existential themes and playful irony, encapsulating the essence of Neue Deutsche Welle. Rooted in Neue Deutsche Welle.
What makes Error in the System by Peter Schilling notable?
'Error in the System' is notable for its enduring hit 'Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)', which reached significant chart positions across Europe. The album solidified Schilling's place within the Neue Deutsche Welle genre and showcased a unique blend of pop and electronic influences that resonated with a generation looking for new sounds. Released on March 24, 1983, 'Error in the System' was Peter Schilling's debut album after gaining fame with the hit single 'Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)'. At this point, Schilling was transitioning from a burgeoning pop artist to a recognized figure in the Neue Deutsche Welle movement, capitalizing on the success of his earlier singles.
How many songs are on Error in the System?
Error in the System has 13 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Only Dreams 3:26
- 2 Lifetime Guarantee Standout 6:47
- 3 The Noah Plan 4:21
- 4 Error in the System Standout 3:35
- 5 Fast alles konstruiert 6:48
- 6 Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst) Standout 4:59
- 7 Major Tom (Coming Home) 4:59
- 8 Major Tom, Part II 3:50
- 9 (Let's Play) U.S.A. 3:17
- 10 I Have No Desire 3:30
- 11 Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht (Silent Night, Holy Night) 3:30
- 12 Dann trügt der Schein 3:26
- 13 Die Wüste lebt 4:55
Release Date
March 24, 1983
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
57 min 25 sec
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