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Testcard F
2,074 listeners
Minimal synth from Norwich (UK) Formed in 1981, Testcard F were at the leading edge of Techno Pop, building their own electronic percussion… read moreMinimal synth from Norwich (UK) Formed in 1981, Testcard F were at the leading edge of Techno Pop, building their own electronic percussion and happily ignoring all musical conventions. From a modest start with a demo on Radio Norfolk (y… read moreMinimal synth from Norwich (UK) Formed in 1981, Testcard F were at the leading edge of Techno Pop, building their own electronic percussion and happily ignoring all musical conventions. From a modest start with a demo on Radio Norfolk (yes it used to feature local bands) the Testies amassed a sma… read more -
Xex
10,411 listeners
There are at least 2 bands called XeX, an experimental/minimal wave act, and a thrash metal band. Xex (1) were a more experimental wave ban… read moreThere are at least 2 bands called XeX, an experimental/minimal wave act, and a thrash metal band. Xex (1) were a more experimental wave band, formed in South River, New Jersey. They were a mysterious affair, releasing one record in 1980 … read moreThere are at least 2 bands called XeX, an experimental/minimal wave act, and a thrash metal band. Xex (1) were a more experimental wave band, formed in South River, New Jersey. They were a mysterious affair, releasing one record in 1980 and disappearing soon after. The band "began" as a… read more -
A Blaze Colour
3,913 listeners
A Blaze Colour was the project of Ludo Camberlin (vocals & synths) and Bam aka Karel Saelemaekers (synths & visuals). Bart Azijn … read moreA Blaze Colour was the project of Ludo Camberlin (vocals & synths) and Bam aka Karel Saelemaekers (synths & visuals). Bart Azijn is often credited as being a member, but was only inlolved insomuch as he provided lyrics for some… read moreA Blaze Colour was the project of Ludo Camberlin (vocals & synths) and Bam aka Karel Saelemaekers (synths & visuals). Bart Azijn is often credited as being a member, but was only inlolved insomuch as he provided lyrics for some of the songs. They formed in Belgium in 1981 and disbanded … read more -
The Royal Family And The Poor
12,020 listeners
Perhaps the most misunderstood band to record for Factory, The Royal Family & The Poor remain for many an (oc)cult enigma, releasing on… read morePerhaps the most misunderstood band to record for Factory, The Royal Family & The Poor remain for many an (oc)cult enigma, releasing only four albums in two decades, and rarely performing live after 1984. In fact the oblique band mon… read morePerhaps the most misunderstood band to record for Factory, The Royal Family & The Poor remain for many an (oc)cult enigma, releasing only four albums in two decades, and rarely performing live after 1984. In fact the oblique band moniker masks the identity of just one man, Mike Keane, whose c… read more -
Mekanik Kommando
3,322 listeners
Mekanik Kommando was a New Wave band from Nijmegen, The Netherlands. It was founded in 1980 by 2 members of Zelek. After their 3rd album wh… read moreMekanik Kommando was a New Wave band from Nijmegen, The Netherlands. It was founded in 1980 by 2 members of Zelek. After their 3rd album which was released by EMI they started their own record label: Rosebud Records. In 1988 the band spl… read moreMekanik Kommando was a New Wave band from Nijmegen, The Netherlands. It was founded in 1980 by 2 members of Zelek. After their 3rd album which was released by EMI they started their own record label: Rosebud Records. In 1988 the band split up due to musical differences. Some of the members starte… read more -
van Kaye & Ignit
3,496 listeners
Van Kaye & Ignit were an 80's minimal wave trio from Holland. Van Kaye previously had performed in the Monomen in 1977 and began w… read moreVan Kaye & Ignit were an 80's minimal wave trio from Holland. Van Kaye previously had performed in the Monomen in 1977 and began working with synthesizers. He was joined by Ignit Van Kasteren and they recorded their debut ‘A Sli… read moreVan Kaye & Ignit were an 80's minimal wave trio from Holland. Van Kaye previously had performed in the Monomen in 1977 and began working with synthesizers. He was joined by Ignit Van Kasteren and they recorded their debut ‘A Slight Delay’ which was released on cassette on their own label… read more -
Uv Pøp
5,920 listeners
IN THOSE formative moments, names and reputations are built at the drop of a plectrum. Choosing a name is not easy, so how can you sum up h… read moreIN THOSE formative moments, names and reputations are built at the drop of a plectrum. Choosing a name is not easy, so how can you sum up hours of ideas, days of invention in a few simple tongue-tingling syllables? UV PØP, now that’s a g… read moreIN THOSE formative moments, names and reputations are built at the drop of a plectrum. Choosing a name is not easy, so how can you sum up hours of ideas, days of invention in a few simple tongue-tingling syllables? UV PØP, now that’s a good one. Ultra Violent Pop. A contradiction in terms, maybe,… read more -
Kuruki
5,760 listeners
synth pop of the early eighties. Kuruki was almost a solo project, by Ghent-based musician Gerry D'Haeyer. In fact, Kuruki is mainly … read moresynth pop of the early eighties. Kuruki was almost a solo project, by Ghent-based musician Gerry D'Haeyer. In fact, Kuruki is mainly a one hit wonder. The single "Crocodile tears" did well, successors (like the single &qu… read moresynth pop of the early eighties. Kuruki was almost a solo project, by Ghent-based musician Gerry D'Haeyer. In fact, Kuruki is mainly a one hit wonder. The single "Crocodile tears" did well, successors (like the single "Just a cat" of 1983, which was recorded with Alan Ge… read more -
The Naughtiest Girl Was A Monitor
2,335 listeners
The Naughtiest Girl Was A Monitor were an English band formed in 1979 in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. The founding duo, consisting of Jo… read moreThe Naughtiest Girl Was A Monitor were an English band formed in 1979 in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. The founding duo, consisting of John Mayfield (guitar, synthesizer, vocals) and Steve Bedford (drums, synthesizer, vocals), also inc… read moreThe Naughtiest Girl Was A Monitor were an English band formed in 1979 in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. The founding duo, consisting of John Mayfield (guitar, synthesizer, vocals) and Steve Bedford (drums, synthesizer, vocals), also incorporated backing tapes. Early gigs were mostly Sheffield pu… read more -
Experimental Products
12,367 listeners
Experimental Products were an electronic group. Founded in 1982 by Mark Wilde and Michael Gross, they were a Philadelphia-based group. They… read moreExperimental Products were an electronic group. Founded in 1982 by Mark Wilde and Michael Gross, they were a Philadelphia-based group. They self-produced the album Prototype in 1982. While it would be their only full album, they released… read moreExperimental Products were an electronic group. Founded in 1982 by Mark Wilde and Michael Gross, they were a Philadelphia-based group. They self-produced the album Prototype in 1982. While it would be their only full album, they released 2 EPs- Glowing In The Dark in 1984, and Experiment! in 1987… read more