Substance 1987
New Order · 1987
146 min · 24 tracks · new wave · synth-pop · post-punk
A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that defined the sound of the late '80s.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on August 17, 1987, 'Substance 1987' captures New Order at a pivotal moment in their career, following their commercial breakthrough with 'Blue Monday'. This compilation showcases their evolution from post-punk roots towards a more dance-oriented sound, solidifying their status as pioneers of the electronic and alternative dance genres.
- If you like
- new wave, synth-pop, post-punk
Substance 1987 is an album by New Order, released in 1987. A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that defined the sound of the late '80s. 'Substance 1987' became a cornerstone for electronic music, featuring tracks like 'Blue Monday' which remains one of the best-selling 12-inch singles ever. The album's innovative blend of rock and dance music influenced countless artists and helped shape the emerging rave culture in the UK. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Substance 1987 sound like?
A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that defined the sound of the late '80s. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop.
What makes Substance 1987 by New Order notable?
'Substance 1987' became a cornerstone for electronic music, featuring tracks like 'Blue Monday' which remains one of the best-selling 12-inch singles ever. The album's innovative blend of rock and dance music influenced countless artists and helped shape the emerging rave culture in the UK. Released on August 17, 1987, 'Substance 1987' captures New Order at a pivotal moment in their career, following their commercial breakthrough with 'Blue Monday'. This compilation showcases their evolution from post-punk roots towards a more dance-oriented sound, solidifying their status as pioneers of the electronic and alternative dance genres.
Who is Substance 1987 for?
Substance 1987 works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Substance 1987?
Substance 1987 has 24 tracks, running approximately 146 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Ceremony 4:23
- 2 Everything’s Gone Green 5:30
- 3 Temptation Standout 6:58
- 4 Blue Monday Standout 7:29
- 5 Confusion 4:43
- 6 Thieves Like Us 6:36
- 7 Perfect Kiss 8:02
- 8 Subculture 4:48
- 9 Shellshock 6:28
- 10 State of the Nation 6:32
- 11 Bizarre Love Triangle Standout 6:44
- 12 True Faith 5:53
Disc 2
- 1 In a Lonely Place 6:16
- 2 Procession 4:28
- 3 Cries and Whispers 3:25
- 4 Hurt 6:58
- 5 The Beach 7:19
- 6 Confusion (instrumental) 7:38
- 7 Lonesome Tonight 5:11
- 8 Murder 3:55
- 9 Thieves Like Us (instrumental) 6:57
- 10 Kiss of Death 7:02
- 11 Shame of the Nation 7:54
- 12 1963 5:33
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