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Jan 18, 2026

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day January 18 1980 - Metamatic by John Foxx Was Released.

On this day January 18 1980, Metamatic by John Foxx was released, marking a defining moment in the emergence of minimalist electronic music at the dawn of the decade. The album presented a stark synth driven sound built on cold rhythms detached vocals and futuristic themes, moving decisively away from traditional rock structures.

Metamatic reflected the early 1980s shift toward electronic experimentation and urban...

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