Volatile Times
IAMX · 2011
49 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · synth-pop · dark cabaret
A haunting blend of dark cabaret and synth-pop, wrapped in introspective lyrics and atmospheric production.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- haunting, atmospheric soundscapes introspective late-night listening gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- By 2011, IAMX was solidifying their unique sound with 'Volatile Times', their fourth studio album. This release followed the critically acclaimed 'Kingdom of Welcome Addiction' from 2009, marking a continued exploration of themes around identity and vulnerability while further establishing their artistic vision in the alternative rock scene.
- If you like
- alternative rock, synth-pop, dark cabaret
Volatile Times is an album by IAMX, released in 2011. A haunting blend of dark cabaret and synth-pop, wrapped in introspective lyrics and atmospheric production. 'Volatile Times' received positive reviews for its emotive depth and innovative sound, highlighting IAMX's influence on the dark cabaret genre. The album's lead single, 'I Salute You Christopher', contributed to the band's growing popularity within niche music circles and has been noted for its poignant lyrics addressing loss and remembrance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Volatile Times sound like?
A haunting blend of dark cabaret and synth-pop, wrapped in introspective lyrics and atmospheric production. Rooted in alternative rock and synth-pop.
What makes Volatile Times by IAMX notable?
'Volatile Times' received positive reviews for its emotive depth and innovative sound, highlighting IAMX's influence on the dark cabaret genre. The album's lead single, 'I Salute You Christopher', contributed to the band's growing popularity within niche music circles and has been noted for its poignant lyrics addressing loss and remembrance. By 2011, IAMX was solidifying their unique sound with 'Volatile Times', their fourth studio album. This release followed the critically acclaimed 'Kingdom of Welcome Addiction' from 2009, marking a continued exploration of themes around identity and vulnerability while further establishing their artistic vision in the alternative rock scene.
Who is Volatile Times for?
Volatile Times works well if you're into haunting, atmospheric soundscapes, introspective late-night listening and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Volatile Times?
Volatile Times has 11 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Salute You Christopher Standout 2:59
- 2 Music People 4:32
- 3 Volatile Times Standout 5:12
- 4 Fire and Whispers 4:26
- 5 Dance With Me Standout 3:47
- 6 Bernadette 5:23
- 7 Ghosts of Utopia 4:28
- 8 Commanded by Voices 4:35
- 9 Into Asylum 2:32
- 10 Cold Red Light 5:00
- 11 Oh Beautiful Town 6:15
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
49 min 13 sec
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