Wide Angle Records
Information Society
Information Society (also known as InSoc) is an American band from Minneapolis–Saint Paul, initially active from 1982 to 1997, primarily consisting of Kurt Harland Larson, Paul Robb, and James Cassidy; the latter two reconvened the band in 2006, initially with Christopher Anton as lead vocalist, then with Harland rejoining them as lead vocalist by 2008.
The group's breakout single was 1988's "What's on Your Mind (Pure Energy)", a synth-pop and freestyle song, which spent 39 weeks on the dance chart, going straight to number one and would also peak at number three on the Hot 100 pop chart. The track included a vocal sample of Mr. Spock (Leonard Nimoy) from Star Trek, saying "pure energy".
The band has been honored with a star on the outside mural of the Minneapolis nightclub First Avenue, recognizing performers that have played sold-out shows or have otherwise demonstrated a major contribution to the culture at the iconic venue. Receiving a star "might be the most prestigious public honor an artist can receive in Minneapolis," according to journalist Steve Marsh.
- bio by John Bush at AllMusic
Information Society
Running
b/w Running (instrumental)
Paul Robb
Kurt Harland
Murat Konar
James Cassidy
Produced by Paul Robb, Chopper Black
Engineered by Chopper Black
Recorded at Nicollet Studios, Minneapolis
Running is included on the album Creatures of Influence.
Information Society
Creatures Of Influence
Paul Robb
Kurt Harland
Murat Konar
James Cassidy
Produced by Paul Robb, Chopper BlackJimmy Bowman, Jr.
Engineered by Chopper Black
Recorded at Nicollet Studios, Minneapolis