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Tuxedomoon

Tuxedomoon

experimental rock, new wave, post-punk

United States Est. 1977

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Sound in a sentence: "Tuxedomoon creates intricate layers of sound that pulse with rhythmic restraint, shaping an atmosphere teeming with tension and release."
Tuxedomoon matters as a compelling force within the landscape of experimental music, carving out a space where dissonance meets melody and challenging listeners to rethink their relationship with sound.
Tuxedomoon matters as a compelling force within the landscape of experimental music, carving out a space where dissonance meets melody and challenging listeners to rethink their relationship with sound. Their work emerged as part of a movement that blurred the lines between genres, influencing a generation of artists seeking to infuse their creations with an avant-garde spirit that defied mainstream conventions. The band's approach is marked by an exploration of the interplay between technology and human emotion, often utilizing synthesizers alongside traditional instrumentation to create rich, textured soundscapes. This innovative blending allows Tuxedomoon's music to inhabit both cerebral and visceral spaces, inviting audiences on a journey that feels at once familiar and otherworldly. Their performances often embody this tension, creating an immersive experience that engages both mind and body. Lyrically, Tuxedomoon frequently delves into themes of isolation, desire, and existential inquiry, employing a voice that oscillates between stark sincerity and an ironic detachment. Their storytelling approach tends to be impressionistic rather than linear, painting vivid imagery that evokes emotional responses while leaving room for personal interpretation.

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Discography

21 releases • 20 studio • 1978–2007
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EPs ()

Short Stories

Short Stories

1983

Scream with a View

Scream with a View

1979

No Tears

No Tears

1978

Singles ()

Dark Companion

Dark Companion

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