VA - 101 Electronic 80's [2017] (5 x CDs)

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VA - 101 Electronic 80's [2017] (5 x CDs)

Believe it or not the 80's began 44 years ago. Let's step into the time machine that is the “VA - 101 Electronic 80’s [2017]” box set. You will find yourself in the heart of the 1980s - a decade that was a hotbed of innovation and experimentation in the music world, especially in electronic music. The 80s were a time when new technologies and synthesizers were coming to the fore, giving artists the tools to create sounds that were fresh and unheard of.

The 80s music scene was a melting pot of diverse sounds and styles, and musicians were constantly pushing the envelope, exploring new sonic territories. This box set is like a musical map of the era, showcasing the wide array of genres and styles that were in vogue. From the edgy beats of New Wave to the catchy rhythms of Synth-pop, and from the relaxed vibes of Lounge to the energetic tunes of Pop Rock, this compilation gives you a panoramic view of the decade’s musical landscape.  The 80s were a time of rapid change and evolution, and the music of the era mirrors this dynamism. The tracks in this box set are a testament to the spirit of innovation and creativity that was the hallmark of the time. They echo a period when artists were bold and adventurous, constantly pushing the boundaries of what was musically possible.

The “VA - 101 Electronic 80’s [2017]” box set is a musical journey through a decade that left an indelible mark on the world of music. It's a music box, of timeless appeal of the sounds of the 80s. So, sit back, relax, and let the music take you back to an unforgettable era! (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Soft Cell - Tainted Love 2:34

02 Human League - Love Action (I Believe In Love) 3:42

03 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Enola Gay 3:26

04 Visage - Fade To Grey 3:42

05 Yello - I Love You 3:06

06 Tears For Fears - Pale Shelter 4:25

07 Cure - The Walk 3:22

08 Heaven 17 - Temptation 3:24

09 Devo - Whip It 2:36

10 ABC - How To Be A Millionaire 3:34

11 Simple Minds - Promised You A Miracle 3:51

12 Japan - The Art Of Parties 6:37

13 Swansway - Soul Train 3:10

14 Marc Almond - The Boy Who Came Back 4:43

15 Human League - Only After Dark 3:37

16 Bill Nelson - Flaming Desire 4:44

17 Ultravox - Slow Motion 3:20

18 Lover Speaks - No More I Love You's 3:56

19 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Souvenir 3:29

20 China Crisis - Christian 5:40

21 Philip Lynott - Yellow Pearl 2:51

CD02

01 ABBA - The Visitors 5:41

02 B-52's - Give Me Back My Man 3:54

03 Pete Shelley - Homosapien 4:23

04 Donna Summer - Sunset People 3:49

05 Electribe - Tell Me When The Fever Ended 4:33

06 Soft Cell - Numbers 3:27

07 Men - I Don't Depend On You 4:33

08 Holly Johnson - Love Train 3:58

09 Paul Rutherford - I Want Your Love 3:49

10 Set The Tone - Dance Sucker 4:00

11 Cure - Let's Go To Bed 3:31

12 Japan - Visions Of China 3:38

13 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Messages 4:42

14 Heaven 17 - Play To Win 3:22

15 Visage - Mind Of A Toy 3:32

16 Jon & Vangelis - State Of Independence 4:16

17 David Sylvian - Pulling Punches 3:02

18 Godley & Creme - Under Your Thumb 3:35

19 It's Immaterial - Driving Away From Home (Jim's Tune) 4:10

20 Devo - The Day My Baby Gave Me A Surprise 2:37

CD03

01 ABC - The Look Of Love 3:27

02 Soft Cell - Bedsitter 3:27

03 Tears For Fears - Mad World 3:27

04 Yello - Oh Yeah 2:58

05 Sharpe & Numan - Change Your Mind 3:50

06 Martha And The Muffins - Echo Beach 3:27

07 Heaven 17 - (We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang 4:13

08 China Crisis - African And White 3:45

09 Frazier Chorus - Dream Kitchen 3:33

10 It's Immaterial - Ed's Funky Diner 3:04

11 Hipsway - The Honey Thief 4:25

12 Nik Kershaw - Wouldn't It Be Good 4:21

13 David Sylvian - Red Guitar 5:03

14 Human League - Empire State Human 3:05

15 Passions - I'm In Love With A German Film Star 3:56

16 Visage - The Damned Don't Cry 4:00

17 Soft Cell - Say Hello, Wave Goodbye 5:19

18 Black - Wonderful Life 4:44

19 Japan - Ghosts 4:24

20 Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas 3:43

CD04

01 Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes 3:51

02 Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me) 4:14

03 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dar - If You Leave 4:15

04 Nik Kershaw - I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me 3:12

05 Malcolm Mclaren - Madam Butterfly 6:21

06 Holly Johnson - Atomic City 6:07

07 Heaven 17 - Height Of The Fighting (He-La-Hu) 2:58

08 Human League - The Sound Of The Crowd 3:57

09 Yello - The Race 3:11

10 Tears For Fears - Change 3:50

11 Simple Minds - Glittering Prize 3:49

12 M - Pop Muzik 3:08

13 Comsat Angels - Independence Day 3:38

14 Heaven 17 - Geisha Boys And Temple Girls 4:28

15 B-52's - Song For A Future Generation 3:55

16 Neneh Cherry - Kisses On The Wind 3:50

17 Human League - Don't You Want Me 3:48

18 ABBA - Head Over Heels 3:39

19 Culture Club - Do You Really Want To Hurt Me 4:13

20 ABC - Poison Arrow 3:22

CD05

01 Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up 3:48

02 Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance 3:59

03 Hot Streak - Body Work 4:13

04 Stephanie Mills - The Medicine Song 4:00

05 Ollie & Jerry - Breakin' There's No Stopping Us 3:39

06 Associates - Party Fears Two 4:06

07 Paul Rutherford - Get Real 3:36

08 Holly Johnson - Americanos 3:35

09 Visage - Night Train 4:30

10 Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination 3:43

11 Yello - Desire 3:39

12 Tears For Fears - Head Over Heels 4:14

13 Soft Cell - Torch 4:05

14 Godley & Creme - Cry 3:55

15 Nik Kershaw - The Riddle 3:51

16 Trio - Da Da Da (I Don't Love You, You Don't Love Me, Aha Aha Aha) 3:19

17 Culture Club - Karma Chameleon 4:04

18 China Crisis - Wishful Thinking 4:05

19 David Sylvian - Forbidden Colours (Featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto) 4:36

20 Philip Oakey & Giorgio Moroder - Together In Electric Dreams 3:50

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