#80s synthpop

[80sheaven]

Vince Clarke (1981). Clarke left Depeche Mode at the end of 1981, shortly after the release of their debut album Speak & Spell - he wrote most of the songs on the album. He then formed Yazoo (Yaz in the U.S.) with Alison Moyet.

[aeolianblues]

"Chris, now you know the audience are going to have their eyes glued on you, looking to see if you're asleep behind those sunglasses!"

Pet Shop Boys drop in to chat to Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty on BBC Breakfast. This isn't a direct quote, to provide a little more context! Full interview here.

[verypsbfan019]

The Baker Street Boys 🕵‍♂️👨‍⚕️

Have you ever imagined the Pet Shop Boys as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson? No? Well, I did 🤣💚💜

[loonarii]

Two random questions!!

1. Feelings on 2ne1’s “I Love You”? I think it’s in the vein of love island pop you’ve been talking about!!

2. Favorite song from Somi’s new mini album? I’ve been so happy bc there are some awesome dance songs in the bsides too !!!

I am actually so uneducated on 2nd gen kpop its crazy - like i love snsd, shinee, and f(x) but in terms of literally everyone else i am so clueless, so i loveeee recs for 2nd gen!!

I have actually never heard 'I love you' by 2ne1 before today, but from first impressions, i think its a really cool song. it places a lot of emphasis in the prechoruses and the verses just as much as the chorus, which is very unexpected as a lot of modern kpop songs are quite top heavy in that the chorus is the only attention grabbing part. I really like that, and the melodies are super timeless too. the production is really cool too - ive been thinking a lot about how repetitive the retro trend was a couple years ago, and how everyone just used the weeknd's synth sample pack and called it a day, but this song is honestly more 80s than pretty much anything else ive heard in kpop.

for it being in my dumbass 'love island pop' genre, im not actually sure. I think a lot of the elements are there, like fun but not overcomplicated vocal melodies, repeated lyric motifs, synths with rising tension, but i think the crux of why i dont think its love island pop is because imo its more 80s synthpop than 00s/10s EDM/house. And its funny bc i can see exactly where ive been misleading lol. Somi's 'fast forward' does absolutely have retro influences, but what i think makes it love island pop is the chorus referencing the EDM songs that the USA had stopped doing half a decade ago. I'll deffo do a playlist post and define this genre properly lol

ANYWAY, for what my favourite song on somi's new mini album. I really dont like 'gold gold gold', i just KNOW teddy pulled this one out of the rejected lisa solos hard-drive. Its just so unredeemable? Obviously I love 'fast forward', which is apparently a hot take, but genuinely i cant get enough of this song, there is not a dull moment ITS SO GOOD. 'Fxxked' is honestly quite love island pop too, its a super fun song, it fits somi so well. 'pisces' is like 'sour grapes' 2.0, its enjoyable, but a little bit less exciting in comparison to the other tracks. 'The way' is a through-and-through kpop retro song with a somi edge, its very fun. I still think 'fast forward' is my favourite off of the album, but 'The way' is probably my fave b-side, with 'fxxked' being a close contender.

[80sheaven]

Kraftwerk “Pocket Calculator”

[elfpylon]

the hoez that embody both of ministry’s first and second albums

[rockandroar]

Here are my latest sketches of Layla!

Layla the monkey plays the synthesizer in the band and is perhaps the most innovative member - and the funniest. This playful comedian plays a vital role in bringing an upbeat - and often loud - energy onboard the tour bus. Her confidence and outgoing personality make her essential for forming connections between her band and other musicians that she may meet along the way.

Layla has an eye for design, and is fascinated by color, texture, and anything that sparkles. She is always trying on creative looks and styles, and isn't afraid to be bold with her costuming choices. If anything is new on the fashion scene, she’s the first to hear about it, and when it comes to music, she is likewise always on the cutting edge. With an open mind and fearless attitude, she expresses great curiosity towards anything she hasn’t seen or heard before, and loves to change things up.

[music-catalogue]

[roberhetero]

[1skittler1]

The B-52's 🖤

[eroticlamb]

John Taylor of Duran Duran ⋆ ౨ৎ ˚ ˖ ࣪ Unknown source

[80sheaven]

Pets Shop Boys “Rent” lyrics poster page from Smash Hits (Oct 1987). “You dress me up, I’m your puppet. You buy me things, I love it...”

[nnt-channel]

Retro. Night. Paradise.

[smoje]

Television on

[tragic-vaudeville]

WHO KNOWS WHAT LOVE IS?

[gabrielamarcia]