Metric - Artificial Nocturne Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What album features the song 'Artificial Nocturne' by Metric?

   'Artificial Nocturne' is the opening track on Metric's fifth studio album, 'Synthetica', which was released on June 12, 2012.

2. What unique instrument is featured in the intro of 'Artificial Nocturne'?

   The first sound you hear in 'Artificial Nocturne' is a pulsating, grimy throb created with a '60s organ played through a homemade pedal designed by a local wizard who posted an ad on Craigslist.

3. How does Emily Haines describe the theme of the album 'Synthetica'?

   Emily Haines explains that 'Synthetica' is about confronting what you see in the mirror and identifying the original in a line of reproductions. She notes it's about distinguishing what is real from what is artificial.

4. What unique feature can be found in the album booklet of 'Synthetica'?

   The lyrics in the 'Synthetica' album booklet are printed backwards. A reflective piece of foil is included in the CD case to help readers view the lyrics correctly.

5. Who were the main contributors to the writing of 'Artificial Nocturne'?

   The song 'Artificial Nocturne' was written by Emily Haines and James Shaw, both members of Metric.

6. What are some of the additional content and features Metric provided with the release of 'Synthetica'?

   Metric released a deluxe version of 'Synthetica' with five additional tracks and a mobile app that allowed fans to remix the album's songs. The app also paired the songs with artworks from the Italian architecture group Superstudio.