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Earth, Wind & Fire – Electric Universe (Japanese Pressing)(used)

Earth, Wind & Fire – Electric Universe (Japanese Pressing)(used)

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Earth, Wind & Fire – Electric Universe
"Electric Universe" is the thirteenth studio album by the American band 
Earth, Wind & Fire, released in November 1983 on Columbia Records.  
Key information about "Electric Universe":
  • Genre and Style: Earth, Wind & Fire explored new wave and synth-pop sounds, along with their signature funk and R&B. The album includes elements of hip-hop, new wave rock, and electronic synth-pop.
  • Producer: The band's leader, Maurice White, produced the album for Kalimba Productions. Wayne Vaughn co-produced tracks 3 and 6.
  • Chart Performance: "Electric Universe" reached No. 8 on the US Billboard Top Soul Albums chart and No. 40 on the US Billboard 200 chart. It also charted internationally, reaching the top 25 in several countries.
  • Noteworthy Collaborators: The album featured collaborations with artists such as David Foster, Martin Page, Michel Colombier, Pamela Hutchinson, and Wanda Vaughn.
  • Concept: Lyrically, the album comments on the limits and pitfalls of technology.
  • Singles: The album included the single "Magnetic", which reached No. 10 on the US Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart.
  • Tracklist: The album features 8 songs. The tracklist includes:
    1. Magnetic
    2. Touch
    3. Moonwalk
    4. Could It Be Right
    5. Spirit Of A New World
    6. Sweet Sassy Lady
    7. We're Living In Our Own Time
    8. Electric Nation
  • Critical Reception: Some reviews called the album a "commercial and artistic fiasco" due to its shift in direction, while others appreciated its blend of ballads and uptempo tracks.
  • Expanded Edition: A digitally remastered and expanded edition of the album was released in 2015, featuring bonus tracks. 
In summary, "Electric Universe" was an album where Earth, Wind & Fire experimented with a more electronic and new wave-influenced sound, while still incorporating elements of their signature funk and R&B. It had some chart success but was also met with mixed reviews. 
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