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Synth-Pop (Part 1) with guests Martyn Ware (Human League and Heaven 17) & Richard Evans

Totally 80s

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Influence and Evolution of Synth-Pop Music

The chapter explores the influence of artists like Gary Newman in the synth-pop genre and the transition from punk to synth music. It highlights Newman's hits like 'Cars', 'Our Friends Electric', and 'Down in the Park', and the shift in his music style towards electronic sounds. The discussion also covers the commercial success of synth-pop songs and the impact of English electronic music on American audiences in the 80s.

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