One of our Submarines

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"One of Our Submarines"
Single by Thomas Dolby
from the album Blinded by Science EP
Released	1982
Format	7", 12"
Recorded	1981
Genre	Synthpop New Wave
Length	5:11 7:18 (extended version)
Label	Venice in Peril (UK) Capitol Records (U.S.)
Writer(s)	Thomas Dolby
Producer	Thomas Dolby
Thomas Dolby singles chronology
"She Blinded Me With Science" (1982) "One of Our Submarines" (1982) "Hyperactive!" (1984)

"One of our Submarines" is a song by British new wave/synth pop musician Thomas Dolby. The song was recorded in August 1982 and remains a favourite among Thomas Dolby fans. Originally written for The Thompson Twins,^[1] the track was released in a 12" extended version (found on the successful 1982 "Blinded by Science" EP) clocking in at 7:18, as well as in the album version found on The Golden Age of Wireless.

The inspiration for the song was Dolby's late uncle, who died as a submarine crewman during World War II. The submarine that his uncle served on sank due to an accident during routine manoeuvres, not combat, which according to Dolby instilled a sense of futility in his death.

In 2002, an EP of techno remixes was released on Salz Music, including versions by Ricardo Villalobos and Hardfloor.

Personnel

• Thomas Dolby – Wave Computer, drum programs, lead vocals
• Kevin Armstrong – Electric Guitar
• Matthew Seligman – Bass Syntheisizer

References

1. ^ J, Andy (2004-01-21). "Andy J's Guide to Thomas Dolby". http://www.webcitation.org/query?url=http://www.geocities.com/TelevisionCity/Lot/8142/music/tmdr.html&date=2009-10-25+11:09:28. Retrieved July 13, 2011.