Get Ready
New Order · 2001
50 min · 10 tracks · new wave · synth-pop · post-punk
A vibrant blend of electronic textures and melodic hooks that nods to both nostalgia and contemporary dance music.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Get Ready' marked New Order's first studio album in eight years, following the 1993 release of 'Republic'. The album came during a period of renewed interest in the band's legacy, as they sought to redefine their sound while retaining their signature blend of post-punk and electronic influences.
- If you like
- new wave, synth-pop, post-punk
Get Ready is an album by New Order, released in 2001. A vibrant blend of electronic textures and melodic hooks that nods to both nostalgia and contemporary dance music. 'Get Ready' was notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and receiving positive reviews from critics. The album showcased a return to form for New Order, influencing the resurgence of electronic and dance music in the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Get Ready sound like?
A vibrant blend of electronic textures and melodic hooks that nods to both nostalgia and contemporary dance music. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop.
What makes Get Ready by New Order notable?
'Get Ready' was notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and receiving positive reviews from critics. The album showcased a return to form for New Order, influencing the resurgence of electronic and dance music in the early 2000s. Released in 2001, 'Get Ready' marked New Order's first studio album in eight years, following the 1993 release of 'Republic'. The album came during a period of renewed interest in the band's legacy, as they sought to redefine their sound while retaining their signature blend of post-punk and electronic influences.
Who is Get Ready for?
Get Ready works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Get Ready?
Get Ready has 10 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crystal Standout 6:51
- 2 60 Miles an Hour Standout 4:34
- 3 Turn My Way 5:05
- 4 Vicious Streak 5:40
- 5 Primitive Notion Standout 5:43
- 6 Slow Jam 4:53
- 7 Rock the Shack 4:12
- 8 Someone Like You 5:42
- 9 Close Range 4:13
- 10 Run Wild 3:57
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