Electronic – Twisted Tenderness - Brand New - Vinyl LP Record (Quick Ship)

“Twisted Tenderness” finds Electronic—Bernard Sumner of New Order and Johnny Marr of The Smiths—at their most direct and unvarnished. Released at the tail end of the ’90s, it strips away some of the duo’s earlier polish in favor of punchier beats, rougher edges, and a renewed love of guitars, without losing their melodic instincts or electronic backbone.

You can hear Sumner leaning into sharper, more immediate songwriting while Marr threads chiming riffs and wiry textures through drum loops and sequencers. Tracks move confidently between dancefloor pulse and indie bite, capturing that moment when rock and club culture were still cross‑pollinating in interesting ways. It’s less about pristine studio sheen and more about energy, hooks, and the slightly bruised optimism both musicians are known for.

For New Order devotees, this album feels like a parallel universe where the band went even further into guitar‑driven electro-pop. For Smiths fans, it’s a chance to hear Marr’s unmistakable touch in a far more rhythmic, beat‑centric setting. On vinyl, the low-end warmth and layered guitars open up beautifully—ideal for listeners who love late‑90s electronic rock hybrids and want a key, often overlooked chapter in both artists’ stories on their shelf.