The Call is a sparse, moody instrumental synth-pop album from 1980, notable for its stark, echoing textures and its prescient exploration of electronic soundscapes. It stands as a compelling artifact of early-80s independent electronic music.
- The album was released in October 1980 on Gilbert's own Gibex label.
- The release predates much of the mainstream synth-pop explosion of the mid-1980s, positioning Gilbert as an early innovator.
- The A-side features the title track, a ten-minute electronic journey.
Michael William Gilbert is a pioneering electronic musician from Vancouver, Canada, known for his work in the synth-pop and ambient genres. By 1980, he had already established himself as a key figure in the burgeoning electronic music scene.
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