#1980s-music

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1 week ago

Sing Street Hammersmith Lyric Theatre

The Eighties provided an exciting backdrop for youth music culture, where forming a band required more attitude and style than musical proficiency, creating a sense of freedom for young musicians.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Wish you were still here: what happened to the one-hit wonders of 80s package holiday pop?

Thomson Holidays introduced the first computerized booking system in 1982, ushering in the golden age of package trips to Spanish resorts like Benidorm and Torremolinos.
London music
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Boy George: Bowie's Lewisham gig a 'big turning point'

Boy George credits witnessing David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust at age 11 as a pivotal influence on his artistic direction.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Repetition Repetition: Fit for Consequences: Original Recordings, 1984-1987

Budd appreciated the duo's shift from "dirty club rock'n'roll" to art music, highlighting their potential despite the challenges of their chosen style.
Music
NYC music
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Review: This classic '80s act still goes 'One Step Beyond' in concert

Madness delivered an energetic 70-minute ska set at the Fox Theater, captivating the audience with nostalgic hits and a strong lineup.
fromThe Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music
2 months ago

Read an extract from Studio Electrophonique: The Sheffield Space Age From The Human League To Pulp - The Wire

The article explores Ken's significant role in recording diverse bands during the Sheffield music scene, highlighting his support for experimental creativity.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Billy Idol: Still in Leather, Still Hot in the City

Billy Idol reflected on his time in New York during the eighties, recalling how he wrote 'Rebel Yell' and 'Eyes Without a Face' in his small apartment.
NYC music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Zadie Smith on the magic of Tracy Chapman: She didn't just look like us she was singing our songs'

Tracy Chapman's performance at the Free Nelson Mandela Concert showcased her unique style, captivating the audience with heartfelt intimacy amidst a loud atmosphere.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Stedman Pearson obituary

Buster acted as manager, originally planning to create a group with his three daughters, but was encouraged by his wife to include sons Stedman and Delroy.
London music
Music
fromVulture
4 months ago

We Built This City on Cheesy '80s Hits

Hulu's series 'Paradise' serves as a climate-change cautionary tale mixed with nostalgic '80s music references.
The character of President Cal Bradford reflects a longing for lost American simplicity through cheesy pop songs.
fromPitchfork
5 months ago

Flipper: Album - Generic Flipper

Flipper's debut album explores themes of nihilism through absurdist lyrics and a blend of punk and jam influences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

My job was making hits': Clive Langer on taking Bowie, Dexys and Madness to No 1 and why he turned Madonna down

Clive Langer, despite being a notable producer in 1980s British pop, admits to underestimating hits like ‘Come on Eileen’ and turning down working with Madonna.
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fromConsequence
9 months ago

Cruel World reveals 2025 lineup with New Order, Nick Cave, DEVO & Garbage

Cruel World 2025 festival features headliners New Order and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, promising a nostalgic lineup from the 1980s.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Cat Glover was Prince's thrillingly sexy sidekick and brought out the best in him

Glover's brilliant choreography and powerful stage presence redefined the portrayal of women in Prince's late 80s performances, showcasing a unique blend of sexuality and artistry.
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