The House of Tomorrow EP

by The Magnetic Fields

The House of Tomorrow EP cover art

Stephin Merritt's early foray into synthesizer-driven indie pop utilizes primarily Casio keyboards and rudimentary drum machines to create surprisingly lush, melancholic melodies. Originally conceived as a 7-inch loop, the tracks highlight his signature baritone delivery and witty, romantic cynicism. It serves as a charmingly lo-fi preview of the grand orchestration he would later pursue on albums like '69 Love Songs'.

Genres

  • Indie Pop
  • Dream Pop
  • Electronic

Tracklist

  1. Young And Insane
  2. Technical (You're So)
  3. Love Goes Home To Paris In The Spring
  4. Either You Don't Love Me Or I Don't Love You