VA - Living In Oblivion, The 80's Greatest Hits [1993-1995] (5 x CDs)

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VA - Living In Oblivion, The 80's Greatest Hits [1993-1995] (5 x CDs)

The 5 CD series “Living In Oblivion, The 80’s Greatest Hits” is an extraordinary musical anthology that vividly brings to life the eclectic and energetic soundscape of the 1980s. This collection offers a thorough study of the decade’s diverse musical genres and movements. The series was brought to life by EMI Records, a label renowned for its varied lineup and dedication to high-quality music. Their participation guarantees a superior standard of song selection and production, making the series a trustworthy and pleasurable auditory experience.

The 1980s was a time of musical revolution and experimentation. Genres were not just being mixed but also transformed, giving birth to fresh and exciting sounds. This series encapsulates this adventurous spirit and artistic creativity. It spans a wide range of styles that were the hallmark of the era, from the electronic beats of new wave to the infectious rhythms of pop.

A standout feature of the series is its emphasis on new wave, a genre that was at the forefront of the early 80s. Defined by its electronic undertones, new wave marked a departure from the rock and disco sounds of the previous decade. The series highlights the genre’s distinctive fusion of punk’s defiant attitude with the cutting-edge allure of synthesizers. As the decade unfolded, so did its music. The series mirrors this progression, charting the shift from the synth-laden tunes of the early 80s to the more guitar-centric rock and pop that typified the decade’s latter years. It encapsulates the changing musical preferences and trends, offering listeners a snapshot of the decade’s dynamic musical evolution. The series also ventures into the world of MTV hits, underscoring the increasing role of music videos in shaping popular music. These tracks encapsulate the audio-visual extravaganza that was MTV, providing a window into the decade’s synthesis of music and visual creativity.

“Living In Oblivion, The 80’s Greatest Hits” is a musical treasure chest that encapsulates the sounds, styles, and essence of the 1980s. Whether you’re an aficionado of the era or an inquisitive listener, this series offers a rich and immersive voyage into one of the most thrilling periods in music history. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Kajagoogoo - Too Shy 3:45

02 Naked Eyes - Always Something There To Remind Me 3:41

03 Talk Talk - Talk Talk 3:16

04 Kim Wilde - Kids In America 3:24

05 Vapors - Turning Japanese 3:42

06 Re-Flex - The Politics Of Dancing 3:57

07 Paul Hardcastle - 19 3:38

08 999 - Homicide 3:43

09 Combo Audio - Romanticide 3:10

10 Classix Nouveaux - Guilty 3:13

11 Stranglers - (Get A) Grip (On Yourself) 4:02

12 Tom Robinson Band - 2-4-6-8 Motorway 3:19

13 Bow Wow Wow - C30, C60, C90, Go 3:03

14 Stray Cats - (She's) Sexy + 17 3:31

15 Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me With Science 3:42

16 Spandau Ballet - Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) 4:04

17 Total Coelo - I Eat Cannibals (Part One) 3:32

18 Haysi Fantayzee - Shiny Shiny 3:42

CD02

01 Toni Basil - Mickey 3:38

02 Power Station - Get It On (Bang A Gong) 3:45

03 Thompson Twins - Lay Your Hands On Me 4:10

04 Heaven 17 - Let Me Go 4:15

05 Haircut One Hundred - Love Plus One 5:38

06 T'pau - Heart And Soul 4:16

07 Joboxers - Just Got Lucky 4:46

08 Fun Boy Three & Bananarama - It Ain't What You Do (It's The Way That You Do It) 2:51

09 Deborah Harry - The Jam Was Moving 3:00

10 Sigue Sigue Sputnik - Love Missile F1-11 3:49

11 Nails - 88 Lines About 44 Women 4:54

12 Motels - Only The Lonely 3:17

13 Living In A Box - Living In A Box 3:04

14 Katrina And The Waves - Walking On Sunshine 3:57

15 Kate Bush - Running Up That Hill 4:57

16 Culture Club - Church Of The Poison Mind 3:32

17 Missing Persons - Destination Unknown 3:34

18 Limahl - Never Ending Story 3:30

19 Toni Basil - Mickey (Spanish Version) 3:37

CD03

01 Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination 3:44

02 Scritti Politti - Perfect Way 4:00

03 Bananarama - Cruel Summer 3:29

04 Dream Academy - Life In A Northern Town 4:15

05 Arcadia - Election Day 4:30

06 Johnny Hates Jazz - Shattered Dreams 3:28

07 Corey Hart - Sunglasses At Night 3:54

08 Timbuk 3 - The Future's So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades 3:22

09 Polecats - Make A Circuit With Me 2:43

10 Stray Cats - Rock This Town 2:39

11 Jellybean - Sidewalk Talk 3:58

12 Talk Talk - It's My Life 3:53

13 Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms 4:34

14 Device - Hanging On A Heart Attack 4:01

15 Abc - Poison Arrow 3:23

16 Ebn-Ozn - Aeiou Sometimes Y 3:54

17 So - Are You Sure 4:07

18 Tears For Fears - The Way You Are 4:55

19 Monroes - What Do All The People Know 3:28

CD04

01 Wang Chung - Dance Hall Days 3:58

02 Fixx - One Thing Leads To Another 3:17

03 Spandau Ballet - True 5:35

04 Dexy's Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen 4:12

05 Blow Monkeys - Digging Your Scene 4:43

06 Thompson Twins - Sister Of Mercy 4:55

07 Church - Under The Milky Way 4:56

08 Red Box - Lean On Me (Ah-Li-Ayo) 4:20

09 Strawberry Switchblade - Since Yesterday 2:56

10 Scarlett And Black - You Don't Know 3:39

11 Belouis Some - Some People 3:58

12 Motels - Shock 4:11

13 Burning Sensations - Belly Of The Whale 5:00

14 General Public - Tenderness 3:37

15 Intaferon - Get Out Of London 3:24

16 Tones On Tail - Go 2:32

17 Wide Boy Awake - Slang Teacher 3:25

18 Our Daughter's Wedding - Lawnchairs 3:21

19 Wall Of Voodoo - Mexican Radio 4:08

CD05

01 Peter Schilling - Major Tom (Coming Home) 4:59

02 Thomas Dolby - Hyperactive 3:41

03 Naked Eyes - Promises, Promises 3:59

04 When In Rome - The Promise 3:40

05 Ultravox - Vienna 4:38

06 Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Enola Gay 3:30

07 China Crises - King In A Catholic Style (Wake Up) 3:54

08 Jules Shear - Steady 3:33

09 Fun Boy Three - Our Lips Are Sealed 2:53

10 Divinyls - Pleasure And Pain 3:51

11 Icicle Works - Birds Fly (Whisper To A Scream) 3:43

12 Hipsway - The Honeythief 3:10

13 Rubber Rodeo - Souvenir 3:48

14 Boys Don't Cry - I Wanna Be A Cowboy 3:41

15 Double - The Captain Of Her Heart 4:34

16 Cock Robin - When Your Heart Is Weak 4:39

17 Climie Fisher - Love Changes (Everything) 4:28

18 Bananarama - More Than Physical 3:20

19 ABC - Vanity Kills 3:32

20 Go West - We Close Our Eyes 3:41

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