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Gold und Liebe

D.A.F. · 1981

35 min · 10 tracks · electronic · synth-punk

Pulsating synths and hypnotic beats create a provocative soundscape that embodies the spirit of early 80s electronic music.

Gold und Liebe is an album by D.A.F., released in 1981. Pulsating synths and hypnotic beats create a provocative soundscape that embodies the spirit of early 80s electronic music. 'Gold und Liebe' is notable for its influence on the electronic music landscape, particularly within the Neue Deutsche Welle movement in Germany. The album gained critical acclaim and helped solidify D.A.F.'s reputation as pioneers of techno and synth-pop, inspiring future artists like Kraftwerk and Depeche Mode. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gold und Liebe sound like?

Pulsating synths and hypnotic beats create a provocative soundscape that embodies the spirit of early 80s electronic music. Rooted in electronic and synth-punk.

What makes Gold und Liebe by D.A.F. notable?

'Gold und Liebe' is notable for its influence on the electronic music landscape, particularly within the Neue Deutsche Welle movement in Germany. The album gained critical acclaim and helped solidify D.A.F.'s reputation as pioneers of techno and synth-pop, inspiring future artists like Kraftwerk and Depeche Mode. Released in 1981, 'Gold und Liebe' was D.A.F.'s third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Die Kleinen und die Bösen' in 1980. At this point, the band was firmly establishing themselves within the synth-punk scene, blending provocative themes with driving electronic rhythms.

How many songs are on Gold und Liebe?

Gold und Liebe has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·35:44

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Liebe auf den ersten Blick 3:58
  • 2 El Que 3:33
  • 3 Sex unter Wasser Standout 3:04
  • 4 Was ziehst Du an heute Nacht 3:46
  • 5 Goldenes Spielzeug 3:56
  • 6 Ich will Standout 3:19
  • 7 Muskel 3:23
  • 8 Absolute Körperkontrolle 3:12
  • 9 Verschwende Deine Jugend Standout 3:48
  • 10 Greif nach den Sternen 3:41

Release Date

January 1, 1981

Genre

synth-punk

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

35 min 44 sec