John Foxx
No-One Driving

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LP
Metamatic
Release date: 03/Oct/2025

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New Wave

Product No.:

2101465565

Details / Tracklist:

1.1 Underpass (Single Edit)

1.2 Film One

1.3 No-One Driving (Single Version)

1.4 Glimmer

1.5 Mr. No

1.6 This City

1.7 Burning Car

1.8 20th Century

1.9 Cinemascope

1.10 To Be With You

1.11 Miles Away

1.12 A Long Time

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Description:

"No-One Driving" is a classic early synth-pop single by John Foxx, here presented in the timeless LP format. Emerging from the same creative period as his influential solo debut "Metamatic", the tracks on this record capture Foxx's signature blend of icy electronic textures, minimalistic rhythm patterns and detached yet emotionally charged vocals. "No-One Driving" combines stark drum machine pulses, analog synth lines and a cool, urban atmosphere to create a sound that is both futurist and hauntingly melodic - a defining moment in post-punk-era electronic pop. The LP pressing emphasizes the depth and warmth of the original analog production, making it an ideal choice for collectors of classic electronic and new wave vinyl.

As a release that crystallizes the transition from post-punk to fully electronic pop, this LP showcases Foxx's talent for concise, hook-laden songwriting wrapped in austere, machine-driven arrangements. The lyrics explore themes of isolation, technology and the impersonal modern cityscape, underlining the record's cinematic quality. The artwork and overall presentation reflect the cool, modernist aesthetic that runs through Foxx's early solo work and has influenced generations of electronic artists since.

John Foxx, formerly the original frontman of Ultravox, is a pioneering figure in British electronic music. After leaving the band at the end of the 1970s, he launched a solo career that helped define the sound of early 1980s synth-pop. His album "Metamatic" is widely regarded as a landmark in minimal electronic music, inspiring later movements from synth-pop and new wave to techno and electro. With "No-One Driving" and related recordings from this era, Foxx cemented his reputation for stark, visionary soundscapes and elegant, minimalist pop songs.

Metamatic, the label and imprint associated with John Foxx's work, is dedicated to preserving and curating his catalog while maintaining very high production standards for collectors and audiophiles. Known for carefully mastered reissues, archival editions and thoughtfully compiled releases, Metamatic focuses on quality pressings, detailed artwork and liner notes that contextualize Foxx's contribution to electronic music. This commitment makes Metamatic editions particularly attractive to fans who value both sound fidelity and historically aware presentation.

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Manufacturer No.:

00172301

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