Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Electricity Today

The song addresses mankind's wasteful energy consumption, delivering a "politically clear" message without being preachy. The line "the alternative is all we want" is often viewed as the band's artistic manifesto.

The original sleeve, designed by Peter Saville , used black thermographic ink on black card to emulate Braille—a literal nod to the "Dark" in the band's name. Legacy & Influence Electricity (Hannett/Cargo Studios Version / Remastered) Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Electricity

A 40th-anniversary clear vinyl edition was released in 2019, which eventually topped the UK vinyl singles chart. Production & Technical Details "Electricity" was first released on

The track is noted for its multiple recorded versions and its reliance on early electronic equipment. while the B-side

The original A-side was recorded at Henry's Studio in Liverpool, while the B-side, "Almost," was recorded at Cargo Studios in Rochdale.

"Electricity" was first released on . Despite its status as a genre-defining track, it did not achieve significant chart success upon its initial release or its subsequent re-issues in 1979 and 1980.