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Technique
by New Order
The 277th greatest album of all time
Technique, released in 1989 by New Order, blends the band's post-punk origins with contemporary club music, drawing on Ibiza's Balearic and early house sounds to create a bright, dance-oriented record. It pairs propulsive electronic rhythms and shimmering synth textures with guitar elements and Bernard Sumner's cool, melancholic vocals, moving between club-ready grooves and concise pop songwriting. The album is notable for deepening New Order's engagement with dance production while maintaining melodic hooks and a restrained emotional tone.
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