Patrick D Martin’s self-titled debut album is one quirky new wave electronic pop album far different from the norm. The whole album is a fine example of new wave electronic pop of the 80s. Electronic meets pop on this album. The posh British sounds of Patrick D Martin certainly satisfy the ears and mind. Electronic music from the United Kingdom never fails to amaze people. Sadly this is one of those electronic albums that have been forgotten with time.
I Like 'Lectric Motors explores Patrick D Martin’s love and fascination for electric motors. The song is far from the norm due to the repetitive lyrics and instrumentation. The upbeat tempo is what stands out also. I Like 'Lectric Motors is another quirky electronic song from the 80s.
Patrick D Martin makes it very clear he loves electric motors. He loves the way fans spin on electric motors. You don’t have to worry about filling them up. Electric motors do not require octane gas. Electric motors are easier to control. Patrick D Martin claims that electric motors have no fears.
I Like 'Lectric Motors was released as a 7” inch vinyl single on the Deram label in 1980.
Now Computer Datin’ was the predecessor to Zapp - Computer Love. The song preceded Zapp - Computer Love by 4 years as the song was released in 1980. Patrick D Martin was ahead of his time when he released this song in 1980 as a 7” inch vinyl single. Patrick D Martin was talking about online before online dating was global and before the internet became available worldwide to the general public. This guy predicted the future back from 1980. That’s how ahead of his time he was. Patrick knew his stuff.
Computer Datin’ is a new wave synth pop song which uses multiple layers of synths, keyboards, percussion, and guitars. The multiple layers of synths are what stand out mostly. This song uses several layers of keyboard blips and electric synths.
Lyrics in the 1st verse describes the mystery of wondering what person looks like when dealing with online dating. “What she look like? I don't know/What's her star sign? Will she show?/Is she pretty? I hope so/When they fill the form/If they got a telephone”
These lyrics at the very end of this song explain the mutual stimulation of online dating. “They’re matin’ lonely strangers up for mutual stimulation/It’s called computer datin’” That means people who are lonely will seek the attention and company of another person for mutual stimulation, pleasure, and self-satisfaction. The mutual stimulation and pleasure are what they desire.
Press The Button is one of the more creepier songs off this album. The repetitive nature and instrumentation are what make Press The Button creepy. Patrick D Martin produced this made using FM synthesizers and with the use of 1200 Gibson amps.
These lyrics are creepy. “Standing on the window sill/The window’s stuck, time stands still/Crushing glass as he steps out/“Oh my God!” the people shout”
Luci ‘Lectric a quirky new wave electronic pop song which uses several layers of keyboard blips and electric synths. The mood is very upbeat. Not to say this song is far different from the norm. The instrumentation layout is amazing to say the least.
Police Paranoia is an upbeat boogie rock influenced new wave electronic pop song. This Patrick D Martin song has more of a rock influence than all of the other songs on his album. Police Paranoia sounds like a song you would expect to hear from Dead Kennedy’s given the song title.
I rate this album 5/5*****!!
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