80's radio.blog

This week the theme is the 80's. That and music with English lyrics. Actually, I don't have Japanese music from the 80's anyway. Well, onto the tracklist.

1. The Orange Peels - Something In You
Ok, not from the 80's. Great California-esque pop song, featuring some fantastic Mellotron string parts. (LOUD, turn down volume before playing. Weird for a pop song, I know.)
2. New Order - Perfect Kiss
A pop/dance song. Signature Peter Hook bass work. The main melody is all Peter Hook and it's so catchy.
3. New Order - Ceremony
Apparently this song was written for Joy Division but ended up being recorded by New Order. I believe this was used in some recent movie, "The Life Aquatic" was the movie, just the trailer, thanks Nick. A really nice song. The atmosphere's are so huge sounding. I can imagine someone running to catch up to their love before they leave, in slow motion.
4. Madness - It Must Be Love
You'll recognize this. It was in a commercial recently, might still be playing.
5. Arcadia - Keep Me In The Dark
The artier side project of some Duran Duran members. I'd say the song has a somewhat cold feel. It still has a dance beat which creates an interesting contrast. I really like the sweeping keys and staccatto guitar parts. Probably the best "Duran Duran" work.

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