The Evolution of Synth Pop Music in the 80s

During the podcast, the guests discussed the evolution of synth pop music in the 1980s, focusing on key records and artists from the era. Richard Evans, author of 'Listening to the Music the Machines Make', highlighted the significance of records like 'The Normals TBOD' and 'The Human League's 'Being Boiled' as pioneering electronic music that marked a new beginning in sound. The era saw a shift towards electronic music production techniques, culminating in iconic tracks like New Order's 'Blue Monday', which bridged the gap to future electronic music genres.