Assemblage 23 is an American futurepop and electronic music project helmed by Seattle-based musician Tom Shear. The project was born in 1988 after Shear, inspired by the likes of Front 242 and Depeche Mode, decided to start his own music venture. Over the years, Assemblage 23 grew from an obscure act into one of the cornerstones of the modern synthpop and industrial music scenes. Shear's deeply personal lyrics, often reflecting on human emotion and society's challenges, are a hallmark of the project's emotionally charged music.

With a career spanning more than two decades, Assemblage 23 has released numerous albums that have resonated with fans around the globe. Their more recent works maintain the project's signature style—blending poignant melodies with driving electronic beats. Releases such as "Failure (20th Anniversary Edition)" celebrate the enduring relevance of the project's earlier successes, while albums like "Mourn" (2020) continue to showcase new material and the evolving soundscapes of Assemblage 23. Shear has also become known for his distinctive remix work, lending his touch to tracks by other artists, with examples including "Woo Woo (Assemblage 23 Remix)" and "Our Time Was Taken (Assemblage 23 Remix)", further cementing his status as a respected figure in the electronic music community.

Genres

Aggrotech

Dark Wave

Ebm

Electro-industrial

Futurepop

Industrial Metal

Synthpop

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Latest Release

Dance of Duality (Assemblage 23 Remix)

Assemblage 23

Single - Released August 23, 2024