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EPISODE · Dec 1, 2023 · 28 MIN

#121 - The 83s (40th Anniversary LPs)

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Rewind to 1983 with us as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of albums of a year that revolutionized music. From the rise of synth-pop to the evolution of post-punk, discover how the albums of '83 continue to resonate with musicians and fans alike 40 years later.Episode Highlights:How did The Police's "Synchronicity" album, especially with hits like "Every Breath You Take," make its mark in 1983?How did David Bowie's collaboration with Nile Rodgers on the "Let's Dance" album mark a significant shift in Bowie's musical style?In what ways did U2's album "War" reflect the political and social climate of the early 80s?What made The Chameleons' "Script of the Bridge" such a standout classic for post-punk?How did "Speaking in Tongues" showcase Talking Head's evolution from their earlier work?

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