Anything related to New Wave music
Back in 1979, an English synth-pop band known as Blancmange featuring vocalist Neil Arthur and keyboardist Stephen Luscombe made their debut. In the ’80s, with the synth-driven melodies of New Wave music, Blancmange (named after the dessert) would be introduced to the masses courtesy of Read More …
Japan’s “Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition)” is an awesome collection of music, remixes and live music. Highly recommended! Click here to purchase Japan – Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) on Amazon BAND: Japan ALBUM: Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) DURATION: 42 Songs (3 Hours, 21 Minutes) ORIGINAL ALBUM Read More …
Sparks has entertained generations of music fans for decades and for those who are wanting to know what the music of Sparks is all about, then definitely give “Past Tense: The Best of Sparks” a chance! For the insane price the digital version is sold Read More …
“Fun Boy Three” is a self-titled debut album for Terry Hall, Neville Staple and Lynval Golding, showing that they could make music on their own without the Specials but also make chart topping hits of music different from the 2 Tone music they have been Read More …
As a music fan who listens to international music and prefer songs sung in their original language, I treasure “99 Luftballons” for introducing me to German music and also introducing me German new wave back then. Click here to purchase Nena – “99 Luftballons” on Read More …
This a respectful cover album by Real Life and if you are into cover songs, then definitely give Real Life’s “Send Me an Angel: 80s Synth Essentials” a chance! Purchase Real Life – Send Me an Angel: 80s Synth Essentials on Amazon BAND: Real Life Read More …
This is a solid compilation for those who want to jump into Pseudo Echo but not knowing their music or for those who enjoyed their music before (like myself who owned the cassette tapes that are unlistenable today because they are so warped, so an Read More …
I do believe that “The Head in the Door” was the album that would elevate the band to popularity among the alternative (or gothic) rock music fans of the early to mid-80s. While their 1982 album “Pornography” would become more brighter and radio-friendly (for alternative Read More …
Over 40 years later, and I still gravitate towards the songs on this single, especially for “Ghost Town”. It truly was a masterpiece of a song built during a moments of chaos and turbulence in society but also what was happening within the group. Recommended! Read More …
“Deep Sea Skiving” is a wonderful studio album debut for the stylish, fun and addictive British vocal group, Bananarama Click here to purchase Bananarama’s “Deep Sea Skiving (Collector’s Edition)” on Amazon GROUP: Bananarama ALBUM: Deep Sea Skiving DURATION: 20 Songs (1 Hour, 18 Minutes) RELEASE Read More …
I think those who loved listening to The Little Girls or even those who loved the The Go-Go’s, should definitely give The Little Girls “Thank Heaven For Valleypop: The Original and Previous Unreleased Versions Recorded 1980-1985” a try. BAND: The Little Girls ALBUM: Thank Heaven Read More …
For those who grew up during that time and hearing the song “Janitor” playing on KROQ, there is no doubt that it was a very cool and unique song for the time. But definitely give “Suburban Lawns” a try as there are a lot of Read More …
With the many best albums and compilation albums featuring A Flock of Seagulls, which version should one get? I answer that question in this blog post. Click here to purchase A Flock of Seagulls albums BAND: A Flock of Seagulls ALBUM: Playlist: The Very Best Read More …
If you are nostalgic and want to relive 1985-1986 with Falco’s chart topping hit “Rock Me Amadeus”, definitely give the “Rock Me Amadeus 30th Anniversary” EP a try! Click here to purchase Falco – “Rock Me Amadeus 30th Anniversary” on Amazon ARTIST: FALCO EP: Rock Read More …
“The Best of General Public” is worth it, if you are nostalgic of their music. Just prepare to turn that volume up. Purchase “The Best of General Public” on Amazon BAND: General Public ALBUM TITLE: The Best of General Public (2012) RELEASE DATE: April 1, Read More …