Martyn Ware

Martyn Ware, founder of Heaven 17 and The Human League, shares his vast experiences in music and technology. He discusses his journey into teaching sound and creativity, emphasizing mentorship's importance. Martyn explores the nostalgia of vintage instruments, his affordable music gear passions, and frustrations with the lack of innovation in virtual synthesizers. He highlights the transformative power of art in challenging environments and the evolution of immersive sound experiences through his company, Illustrious. A rich conversation about creativity, legacy, and the future of music!

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'.

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.