Synth-Pop Love

Ciao! This week’s theme is “Synth-Pop Love”. Let’s start things off with a song that perfectly expresses the essence of the synth-pop genre. Released in 1980, "Fade to Grey" is by Visage, and it became an instant hit across Europe.

Here’s "Vienna" by Ultravox. Did you know that this track was famously used in the film "Billy Elliot"? Let’s listen…

Now here is "Shake the Disease" by Depeche Mode.

Our next song is the synth-pop anthem "Love Action (I Believe in Love)" by The Human League.

And now here's "Talking in Your Sleep" by The Romantics. It was a massive hit in the early '80s, reaching the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Next up is "Secret" by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, better known as OMD.

Now let’s listen to "Lessons in Love" by Level 42. This song was a huge hit, reaching the top 10 in several countries.

Up next, we have a synth-pop classic that's guaranteed to melt your heart. "Only You" by Yazoo, released in 1982.

Now, let's keep the romantic vibes flowing with "Love Resurrection" by Alison Moyet.

Next, we have "True Faith" by New Order, and it features a memorable sample from the choir of the Temple Church in Manchester.

Up next is "Tainted Love" by Soft Cell, which is a cover of a 1965 song by Gloria Jones.

Our next song, "Cars" by Gary Numan, has a distinctive synth riff, which was played using a Minimoog synthesizer.

"Don't You Want Me" by The Human League was the Christmas number one in the UK in 1981 and remained at the top spot for five weeks.

Now let’s listen to “Take On Me" by a-ha. This chart-topping hit took the world by storm.

Our last song for this episode is “Always” by Erasure. Join me next time for more beautiful Love Songs. Until then, I’m Marcy Coate, wishing you a life full of light and love.

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