The Human League

United Kingdom Est. 1977

"Pulsating rhythms interlace with shimmering synth lines to evoke a sense of yearning that builds and recedes throughout their compositions."

Quick Start

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Hysteria

1984

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Career Arc

The Human League's discography from 1978 to 2011

1978 1994 2011

Being Boiled (1978) Reproduction (1979) Empire State Human (1979) The Dignity of Labour (1979) I Don't Depend on You (1979) Travelogue (1980) Holiday '80 (1980) Only After Dark (1980) Dare (1981) Don't You Want Me (1981) Open Your Heart (1981) Love Action (I Believe in... (1981) The Sound of the Crowd (1981) Boys and Girls (1981) Love and Dancing (1982) Mirror Man (1982) The Human League Video Si... (1983) Fascination! (1983) (Keep Feeling) Fascinatio... (1983) Hysteria (1984)

The Human League transformed the landscape of pop music in the 1980s, leaving an indelible mark on how electronic sounds are woven into mainstream consciousness.

The Human League transformed the landscape of pop music in the 1980s, leaving an indelible mark on how electronic sounds are woven into mainstream consciousness. Their ability to infuse emotive storytelling with pioneering synth textures challenged prevailing notions of what pop could achieve, creating a bridge between avant-garde experimentation and accessible melodies that resonated widely. Through their innovative use of synthesizers and drum machines, The Human League crafted a sound that was both futuristic and deeply human, merging technology with emotional depth. Their approach to composition often involved layering intricate electronic arrangements with catchy choruses, laying groundwork for countless artists who followed. This melding of artificial and authentic paved the way for a new sonic vocabulary in popular music. Lyrically, The Human League often navigates themes of desire, alienation, and interpersonal relationships, employing a tone that oscillates between sincerity and irony. Their songwriting leans toward impressionistic narratives, inviting listeners into reflective moments rather than straightforward storytelling. This balance creates a sense of both intimacy and distance, allowing for varied interpretations.

Full discography

The Human League's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

50 releases • 18 albums • 4 EPS • 1978–2011

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Albums ()

Credo

2011

Live at the Dome

2005

Original Remixes & Rarities

2005

The Human League Live at the Dome

2004

The Very Best of The Human League

2003

The Golden Hour of the Future

2002

Secrets

2001

Octopus

1995

Romantic?

1990

The Human League - Greatest Hits

1988

Crash

1986

Hysteria

1984

The Human League Video Single

1983

Dare

1981

Travelogue

1980

Reproduction

1979

Soundtrack to a Generation

The Very Best of The Human League

EPs ()

Dance Like a Star

2002

Fascination!

1983

Love and Dancing

1982

Holiday '80

1980

Singles ()

Night People

2010

The Things That Dreams Are Made Of

2008

Love Me Madly?

2003

All I Ever Wanted

2001

Stay with Me Tonight

1996

Filling Up with Heaven

1995

One Man in My Heart

1995

Tell Me When

1994

Soundtrack to a Generation

1990

Heart Like a Wheel

1990

Love Is All That Matters

1988

I Need Your Loving

1986

Human

1986

Louise

1984

Life on Your Own

1984

The Lebanon

1984

(Keep Feeling) Fascination / Total Panic

1983

Mirror Man

1982

Don't You Want Me

1981

Open Your Heart

1981

Love Action (I Believe in Love)

1981

The Sound of the Crowd

1981

Boys and Girls

1981

Only After Dark

1980

Empire State Human

1979

The Dignity of Labour

1979

I Don't Depend on You

1979

Being Boiled

1978

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

Love and Dancing (1982)

Fascination! (1983)

The Human League Vid... (1983)

Hysteria (1984)

Crash (1986)

The Human League - G... (1988)

Romantic? (1990)

Octopus (1995)

Secrets (2001)

The Golden Hour of t... (2002)

Dance Like a Star (2002)

The Very Best of The... (2003)

The Human League Liv... (2004)

Live at the Dome (2005)

Original Remixes & R... (2005)

Credo (2011)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Human League sound like?

Pulsating rhythms interlace with shimmering synth lines to evoke a sense of yearning that builds and recedes throughout their compositions. Rooted in electronic and new wave. Start with Dare.

What is the best The Human League album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Dare" (1981). It's the most representative of what makes The Human League worth hearing.

Who is The Human League for?

If you're into electronic and new wave, The Human League is worth your time. Pulsating rhythms interlace with shimmering synth lines to evoke a sense of yearning that builds and recedes throughout their compositions.

How many albums does The Human League have?

The Human League has 50 releases in their discography, including 18 albums and 4 EPs.

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