Totally 80s
Synth-Pop (Part 1) with guests Martyn Ware (Human League and Heaven 17) & Richard Evans
May 25, 2023
Join host Lyndsey Parker with guests Martyn Ware and Richard Evans as they delve into the vibrant synth-pop music scene of the 80s in Britain. Topics include the impact of synthesizers on music, encounters with David Bowie, the evolution of synth-pop music, and strategic management of synth-pop bands by Virgin Records.
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- Synth-pop pioneers like Human League and New Order revolutionized electronic music in the '80s.
- Post-punk's influence combined with affordable synths led to a wave of innovative electronic music experimentation.
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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.
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