Oblique are a Spanish synthpop band whose album Without Making Noise was one of the electro highlights of 2009. Their sound ranges from synthpop to futurepop and Ladytron-style 80s electro. The aptly-named Cathedral EP came out earlier this year (Oblique’s sixth release), bringing the tempo down a notch and hinting at a more reflective and diverse direction for the future. With a large following on MySpace and Facebook, Oblique are active on all social media fronts and are always keen to interact with their fans. Here is a band who quite obviously have a lot of fun making records and performing live: I hope they come to the UK soon! I asked lead vocalist Sonja for Oblique’s top 10 favourite tracks. Read on to find out their selection…
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1. Ladytron — Destroy Everything You Touch
One of the great hymns of Witching Hour. With this song, we fell in love with the vocal melody of Helen Marnie.
2. The Human League — Love Action (I Believe In Love)
I have only good words for my Phil Oakey, great song and great video with a nod to The Graduate.
3. The Whip — Trash
Great British band that with this track they mix bass, guitar and analog in a sublime way. It’s a hit!
4. Joy Division — Transmission
Ian Curtis and his Transmission guided my way to see the music with this great song so full of his energy.
5. The Cure — Lovesong
From the acclaimed album Disintegration, I distinguish this theme which I think is one of the most exciting ballads I’ve ever heard.
6. LCD Soundsystem — I Can Change
James Murphy (DFA owner) created this great album with songs full of analog sounds that it hooks you.
7. OMD — Maid Of Orleans
Mythical song of one of the bands that have impacted me more after The Human League. The video clip is a f***ing wonder!
8. Editors — In This Light And On this Evening
From Birmingham, we receive a wonderful gift: an incredibly great track sung by Tom Smith with his unique voice. Wonderful lyrics.
9. Client — Radio
A hit that launched them to fame. Great memories after being their support band in Spain. Sarah Blackwood and Kate Holmes: we love you!
10. White Lies — Farewell To The Fairground
First single from To Lose My Life (great album!) We were hooked from the beginning, great melody and great vocal pads. We recorded a cover of this song.
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Spotify Playlist
- My Top 10 — Oblique, featuring all 10 of Oblique’s chosen tracks!
- Listen to Oblique on Spotify
Links
- Website: oblique-music.com
- MySpace: myspace.com/obliquemusic
- Facebook: facebook.com/pages/Oblique/48725309892