Over their career, the group has been very influential on American electropop and freestyle artists from both their music and their strident, colorful visuals, being best known for their 1988 self-titled album. The band was formed in Minneapolis in the early 80s, and they performed avant-garde electronic music with flourishes of hip-hop. In 1983, they independently released two albums, 'The InSoc EP' and 'Creatures Of Influence'. Two years later, they released "Running", their first single, which became a hit popular in New York City's Latino nightclubs and "put them on the map". That song, a 7-minute effort that touched on contemporary techno, was written and sung by Murat Konar, who left the band soon after. Their growing success led them from their native Minneapolis to NYC, and the ensuing revenues and contacts, as well as the addition of Amanda Kramer to the lineup, led them to record their proper debut album.
Their first major release album. 1988's 'Information Society', received critical acclaim, giving the group breakout commercial success as the album hiked up to #25 on the Billboard 200. In addition to "What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)" (which hit #3 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart), the album also had other hits in "Walking Away" (#9 on that chart) and a cover of ABBA's "Lay All Your Love On Me" (#12 on the Hot Dance Music chart). The disc was one of the few to use CD+G, which included digital graphics on the compact disc version in addition to the music. The audio samples from Star Trek were authorized for use on the album partially thanks to the efforts of Adam Nimoy, a fan of the band and son of Star Trek's Leonard Nimoy.
The second release, Hack (1990), wasn't as successful, but had small hits with Think and How Long but still managed to sell quite well in the fall of 1990.
Kurt was also the owner of the heavily-modified The Road Warrior-inspired art car named "Vector" featured on the cover of Hack. The car sported a functioning ranging laser, among other unusual features. Vector was eventually given to a friend at Burning Man in the mid-1990s.
The third release, Peace & Love, Inc. (1992), proved to be more powerful and critically acclaimed, although their label failed to do much to promote them. Their first single Peace & Love, Inc. reached #1 on the 'Billboard Dance Chart'. A music video was produced for the track, but MTV declined to play it. The album is also notable for being perhaps the first album ever produced to contain a track of modem tones, which when played into a telephone connected to a computer resulted in a bonus text message from the band.
The fourth album, Don't Be Afraid (1997), written and performed by Kurt Harland alone and produced by Steven Seibold, was more industrial-driven. Cleopatra Records released the album, but - like Tommy Boy Records - did little to promote it. Harland's love of computer-related materials continued to be evident, as the album included a CD-ROM filled with bonus material, not yet a common occurrence in 1997.
There was also a carefully-orchestrated digital scavenger hunt culminating in the discovery of a bonus track called White Roses. The scavenger hunt began with decoding a modem's signal recorded at the end of the audio CD, resulting in a text message from Kurt which pointed the way to a website where the search began. There is also a cover included of Gary Numan's Are 'Friends' Electric?. Also included is Ozar Midrashim, a track which was later used as the main theme for the videogame Legacy of Kain - Soul Reaver.
During the course of those four albums and about a dozen remix singles from them, Information Society's sound went from more electronic pop music to a darker industrial type, though they will always be remembered for their first hit song and the cardboard guitars they wielded in its music video.
However, in 2006 Paul Robb and James Cassidy announced their intention to re-form Information Society, and began working on a new album. They also performed live at several venues across the US with Christopher Anton as lead vocalist. The Ep "Oscillator" was released in early 2007 followed by the album Synthesizer in late 2007. Christopher Anton provided the vocals on Oscillator, and Synthesizer and was the co-writer on several of the tracks as well.
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Move Out
Information Society Lyrics
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You feel ready to leave the ground.
You've got your records packed away in boxes,
But you don't really know what it means to leave.
Move out on your own,
You're finally in control.
Now you're on your own,
Turning onto the freeway,
You can't remember why you want to leave.
You're holding onto pictures of your friends,
But you don't want to stay around here anymore.
Move out on your own,
Though your future is unknown.
Sailing under your own power,
Now your life is yours.
The lyrics of Information Society's "Move Out" explore the emotions and thoughts that come with leaving the familiar behind and striking out on your own. The song depicts the singer as they take one last drive through the suburbs, pack up their records, and hit the road. The excitement and sense of control that comes with this new beginning are palpable in the lyrics, but so too is a sense of uncertainty and apprehension.
As the singer turns onto the freeway, they can't remember why they wanted to leave in the first place. This could be interpreted as doubt creeping in, or perhaps a moment of realization that leaving behind the people and places that have shaped you can be difficult. Still, despite this uncertainty, the singer is determined to forge ahead and create a life of their own. "Move Out" encourages listeners to take risks, even when the future is unknown.
The song's lyrics capture a feeling that is relatable to many people- the desire to strike out on your own and make your mark on the world, but also the fear that comes with leaving behind what you know. As such, "Move Out" is a testament to the human spirit and our ability to embrace change and overcome our doubts and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
One last drive through the suburbs
As he drives through the suburbs, he knows that it is going to be his last drive before he moves out onto his own journey.
You feel ready to leave the ground.
Having gone through a lot of struggles, he feels that he is at a point where he is ready to leave and face his fears and insecurities.
You've got your records packed away in boxes
He packs away his personal items, which included records, as he prepares to move out.
But you don't really know what it means to leave.
He has never experienced the feeling of moving out and facing the world alone, so he is uncertain of what it truly means.
Move out on your own,
He is now moving out onto his own journey without the safety net of his family, and is excited for the new beginnings that await him.
You're finally in control.
He now has control over his life and the decisions he makes.
Now you're on your own,
He has the liberty to make his own choices and learn from his own mistakes, without any external influence.
Just watch it all unfold.
He is excited about his future prospects, and he wants to watch his life unfold and see where it takes him.
Turning onto the freeway,
As he drives in his car, he looks for a path towards his new life, and the freeway represents the unknown paths and the adventure that awaits him.
You can't remember why you want to leave.
As he looks towards the unknown, he starts to wonder whether he made the correct choice and starts to question why he wants to leave his comfort zone.
You're holding onto pictures of your friends,
He clings onto his memories of his past and the people who had made a significant impact in his life.
But you don't want to stay around here anymore.
Despite having fond memories, he knows that he needs to move on and explore new opportunities and experiences.
Though your future is unknown.
He is aware that he has no idea what his future holds, but he is excited about the unknown journey that he is about to embark upon.
Sailing under your own power,
This line can be interpreted as him venturing out into the unknown with a sense of ownership and purpose.
Now your life is yours.
He is now the master of his own life and has full control over the direction he takes his life and the choices he makes.
Contributed by Elena R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tulio Santos: Covers, Curiosidades e etc.
This song deserves a new chance. So beautiful, maybe I can do a cover someday.
Vavo Barbosa
Verdade
André Oliveira Retrô 80
Adoro esse som, 2021
Wendel de Japeri Correndo e pedalando pela natureza
Information society é tudo de bom!
MedoryK
Still great song! Peace & Love Inc more relevant than ever!
Luiz Carlos Alves Clericuzi
Desde o Brazil, information Society uma loucura🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤!
Paddy Double Ms
Think back when you graduated from high school. And think about where you finally left the town you called home. Everyone has a song that defines that time in the lives. This is mine.
I got the album, Hack, months before I graduated from high school. I had also seen them in concert during the senior trip from hell (It was the only good thing that came out of that trip...I should've stayed home).
However, I didn't realize how this song defined me until I was living in the city months later, and I popped on this song. It's like the song was about me. I took one last drive through town days after I graduated. My stuff was packed, ready to leave, and had no idea what was ahead of me. When I listen to the song now, I get heartbroken and regret moving to the city. In truth, I was only there because my mom and dad took in a girl I did not care for, and I refused to live with this person.
Thankfully, that arrangement did not last. All this comes back to me when I hear Move Out. I am glad those memories are where they are...in the past. Sometimes it is best not to fool with the memories.
Bf, Beee..
Information Society planted the ground for all that club music and always being part of my life,......
the song Running help me start me DJing back in the 80s A well do not Dj any more. The song RUNNING ! Will allways be I BIG PART ! of my LIFE !!!!!!!!!
Rafael Ramirez
From Colombia, i love you information society....forever
Alexandria Brah
Information Society forever. Our modern world IS Peace And Love, Incorporated!