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Warriors

Gary Numan · 1983

76 min · 15 tracks · electronic ยท new wave ยท synth-pop

A synth-driven exploration of dystopian themes, layered with haunting melodies and Numan's signature vocal delivery.

Warriors is an album by Gary Numan, released in 1983. A synth-driven exploration of dystopian themes, layered with haunting melodies and Numan's signature vocal delivery. This album is notable for its critical reception, charting in the UK Albums Chart and showcasing Numan's influence on the emerging synth-pop genre. It features tracks that have become staples in electronic music, helping to solidify Numan's status as a pioneering figure in the new wave movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Warriors sound like?

A synth-driven exploration of dystopian themes, layered with haunting melodies and Numan's signature vocal delivery. Rooted in electronic and new wave.

What makes Warriors by Gary Numan notable?

This album is notable for its critical reception, charting in the UK Albums Chart and showcasing Numan's influence on the emerging synth-pop genre. It features tracks that have become staples in electronic music, helping to solidify Numan's status as a pioneering figure in the new wave movement. In 1983, Gary Numan was transitioning from his early commercial success with albums like 'Pleasure Principle' to more experimental sounds. 'Warriors' followed his previous album 'Dance' and marked a shift towards darker lyrical themes and complex arrangements, reflecting Numan's evolving artistic vision during this period.

How many songs are on Warriors?

Warriors has 15 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·76:41

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Warriors Standout 5:53
  • 2 I Am Render Standout 5:03
  • 3 The Iceman Comes 4:25
  • 4 This Prison Moon 3:16
  • 5 My Centurion 5:22
  • 6 Sister Surprise Standout 8:31
  • 7 The Tick Tock Man 4:24
  • 8 Love Is Like Clock Law 4:05
  • 9 The Rhythm of the Evening 5:57
  • 10 Poetry and Power 4:31
  • 11 My Car Slides (1) 3:01
  • 12 My Car Slides (2) 4:43
  • 13 Nameless and Forgotten 4:54
  • 14 Sister Surprise (single edit) 5:03
  • 15 Warriors (12" mix) 7:29

Release Date

September 16, 1983

Genre

new wave, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

76 min 41 sec