Totally 80s
Synth-Pop (Part 2) with guests Martyn Ware (Human League and Heaven 17) & Richard Evans
Jun 8, 2023
Martyn Ware and Richard Evans delve into the competitive nature of synth-pop bands, influences from artists like Peter Gabriel, OMD's impact on mainstream electronic music, and the significance of British music events on artists in the 80s. They discuss the craft of songwriting in the synth-pop genre and the launch of Richard Evans' book 'Listening to the Music the Machines Make, Inventing Electric Pop, 1978 to 1983'.
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- Synthesizer revolution in the 80s reshaped music creation and brought about rapid innovations and reinventions within the industry.
- Appearing on shows like Top of the Pops was pivotal for bands in gaining commercial success and recognition during the golden age of electronic pop.
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The Evolution of Electronic Music in the 1980s
The podcast delves into the transformative era of electronic music in the 1980s, highlighting the reinvention of bands and artists like Heaven 17, Joy Division into New Order, and Japan's transition. The intense competition among bands fueled by technological advancements led to rapid innovations and reinventions within the music industry.
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