The Blow-Up
Television · 1982
84 min · 13 tracks · new wave · post-punk · art rock
A vibrant blend of art rock and post-punk, pulsating with intricate guitar work and introspective lyrics.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- Released in 1982, 'The Blow-Up' was Television's first album since their seminal debut 'Marquee Moon' in 1977. By this time, the band was navigating a changing music landscape, aiming to recapture their innovative spark after a five-year hiatus. This album marked a significant moment as they sought to redefine their sound amidst the burgeoning new wave movement.
- If you like
- new wave, post-punk, art rock
The Blow-Up is an album by Television, released in 1982. A vibrant blend of art rock and post-punk, pulsating with intricate guitar work and introspective lyrics. 'The Blow-Up' is notable for its critical reception, often regarded as a comeback that demonstrated Television's enduring influence in the post-punk genre. It showcases tracks that resonate with both nostalgia and innovation, contributing to the band's legacy and inspiring subsequent artists in alternative rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Blow-Up sound like?
A vibrant blend of art rock and post-punk, pulsating with intricate guitar work and introspective lyrics. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes The Blow-Up by Television notable?
'The Blow-Up' is notable for its critical reception, often regarded as a comeback that demonstrated Television's enduring influence in the post-punk genre. It showcases tracks that resonate with both nostalgia and innovation, contributing to the band's legacy and inspiring subsequent artists in alternative rock. Released in 1982, 'The Blow-Up' was Television's first album since their seminal debut 'Marquee Moon' in 1977. By this time, the band was navigating a changing music landscape, aiming to recapture their innovative spark after a five-year hiatus. This album marked a significant moment as they sought to redefine their sound amidst the burgeoning new wave movement.
Who is The Blow-Up for?
The Blow-Up works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on The Blow-Up?
The Blow-Up has 13 tracks, running approximately 84 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Blow‐Up 4:00
- 2 See No Evil Standout 3:22
- 3 Prove It 5:00
- 4 Elevation 4:50
- 5 I Don’t Care Standout 3:04
- 6 Venus de Milo 3:31
- 7 Foxhole Standout 5:04
- 8 Ain’t That Nothin’ 6:13
- 9 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 7:50
Disc 2
- 1 Little Johnny Jewel 14:56
- 2 Friction 5:01
- 3 Marquee Moon 14:45
- 4 Satisfaction 7:18
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