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In Outer Space
Pop · 1983 · 11 tracks

In Outer Space

Sparks

Bright, jittery 1980s synth-pop that trades theatrical art-rock for neon dance floors. A sharp, satirical look at social climbing and modern romance.

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It's the catchiest 80s party you'll ever attend where everyone is secretly making fun of each other.

A high-energy, satirical celebration of early 80s superficiality and synth-driven optimism.

In Outer Space · vs · Sparks
Drum Machine+2.0σ

The production is pushed notably harder into drum machine than this artist usually allows.

Tracklist · 11 Tracks
01
Cool Places
3:23
02
Popularity
3:53
03
Prayin' For A Party
3:02
04
All You Ever Think About Is Sex
4:10
05
Please, Baby, Please
3:42
06
Rockin' Girls
4:50
07
I Wish I Looked A Little Better
2:58
08
Lucky Me Lucky You
3:24
09
A Fun Bunch Of Guys From Outer Space
4:02
10
Dance Godammit
3:29
11
Modesty Plays
3:47
Moments Worth Waiting For
The effortless vocal chemistry between Jane Wiedlin and Russell Mael on the opening track
The way the robotic synth bass line on track 4 contrasts with the frantic lyrical delivery
The sudden shift into a mock-heroic choral arrangement during the bridge of track 9
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