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How Brian Eno Invented the 80s
Brian Eno has left his mark on the work of so many artists. And it could be argued that he largely invented the 80s sound.
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Alison Moyet Is Back (But Never Really Left)
Alison Moyet was a defining voice of 80s New Wave. Keeping a lower profile, she's done some great work, including her newest album.
The Final Album: Devo’s “Something for Everybody”
From their New Wave heyday to their 2010 final album, Devo has had a lot to say about the human condition. And it's always clever.
Electrical Language: The Secret History of Synth Pop
Beyond Human League and OMD: a new box set showcases some underrated 70s and 80s synth pop from the UK.
The Professor Will See You Now: The Many Lives of Thomas Dolby
From pop success in the 1980s to working on cell phone ringtones to becoming a Johns Hopkins University professor, Thomas Dolby is always looking forward.