The original sleeve, designed by Peter Saville , used black thermographic ink on black card to emulate Braille—a literal nod to the "Dark" in the band's name. Legacy & Influence Electricity (Hannett/Cargo Studios Version / Remastered)
Different versions featured production by Martin Hannett (Martin Zero) and later by the band themselves alongside Chester Valentino . Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Electricity
Frontman Andy McCluskey described "Electricity" as a faster, "punkier" version of Kraftwerk's "Radioactivity" . Other primary influences for the band included Brian Eno, David Bowie, and Neu!. The original sleeve, designed by Peter Saville ,
The original A-side was recorded at Henry's Studio in Liverpool, while the B-side, "Almost," was recorded at Cargo Studios in Rochdale. Other primary influences for the band included Brian
The following report outlines the history, production, and cultural significance of "Electricity," the debut single by the English synth-pop duo . Release History
Released in May 1979, this version featured a limited run of 5,000 copies.
The song addresses mankind's wasteful energy consumption, delivering a "politically clear" message without being preachy. The line "the alternative is all we want" is often viewed as the band's artistic manifesto.