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Tubeway Army

Tubeway Army was a British new wave band formed in the mid-1970s by lead vocalist and keyboardist Gary Numan. The band’s name references both the modern, urban themes that pervade their music and a nod to the futuristic, technology-centric sensibilities that would come to the fore with their later work. Initially, Tubeway Army's sound was rooted in punk, as evidenced by their early singles "That's Too Bad" and "Bombers," but they soon became pioneers of the electronic and synth-pop movement that swept music in the late '70s and early '80s.

Their self-titled debut album "Tubeway Army" was released in 1978, signaling a shift towards a more synth-rich sound. It was the follow-up album, "Replicas," in 1979, that truly marked Tubeway Army's place in music history, driven by the hit single “Are 'Friends' Electric?” The song's success catapulted the band—and especially Gary Numan—to fame. Although the band did not last long beyond this surge of success, with Gary Numan launching a solo career shortly after "Replicas," Tubeway Army's influence on the new wave and industrial genres cannot be overstated. With just a handful of releases, including tracks like "I Only Rewind" and "Ex Luna Scientia" from their compilation album "The Plan" which showcased early demos and outtakes, Tubeway Army's pioneering synthesis of rock and electronic music has inspired countless artists and secured their cult status within the annals of music history.

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