Instant Hit: Vision - Love Dance

In all honesty, I had never even heard of these guys until a couple hours ago. They're just another in a sea of bands that eluded me during the 80's and I'm sure they won't be the last. Better late to the party than not at all. I did a little digging and this is the handful of info that was available. Basically, they were a five-piece synthpop band out of Rotherham UK. Like many others, they released a minimal amount of material and were never to be heard from again. This string of releases included six singles and one album between 1981 and 1987. The track I'd like to focus on is for the single "Love Dance". It was released in 1983 and reached #74 on UK singles charts. That's it! You now know as much about them as I do. That said, I'm loving this track and video. I decided it was surely worth sharing.

Author: Ty Voltaire

Berlin to Release a New Album this September

One of the groundbreaking bands of American synth pop in the early 80's Berlin are set to release a brand new album. The new album, band's seventh release, will be entitled 'Animal' and will feature 11 brand new recordings. 'Animal' incorporates modern electro-pop and dance keeping it up with the modern pop artists of today. The album is set for release on September 17th and it will be followed by a tour. More news after the jump.

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Lene Lovich Reissues Coming Soon.

Lene Lovich has announced the reissues of all her albums through her recently established new label Flex Music. All of the albums are being restored to their definitive versions and the plan is to release them individually on CD at some point (and perhaps even vinyl!), along with a new B sides and rarities compilation. To get the latest updates follow Lene on Facebook.

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Boy George Returns with a Brand New Album in October

One of the most iconic 80's artists, Boy George will release a brand new album this autumn. His first album in 18 years will be entitled "This Is What I Do" is to be released on his own 'Very Me' Record Label via Kobalt Label Services on 28th October and will be supported by live dates in the UK. The album was written by George and longtime writing partners John Themis, Kevan Frost and Richie Stevens and it also features writing collaborations with legendary producer Youth, and a version of Yoko Ono's Death Of Samantha. It was mixed by Dave Bascombe (Tears For Fears, Depeche Mode, Pendulum, Doves).

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/news/a510922/boy-george-announces-first-new-album-in-18-years-this-is-what-i-do.html

Retrovision: Malcolm McLaren- Double Dutch

Thirty years ago, Malcolm McLaren released "Double Dutch" and entered the UK charts and reached number #3. This song was taken from his seminal debut album Duck Rock released during the same year. The song concerns the skipping game of the same name, with McLaren's narration mentioning several New York double dutch troupes by name, notably the Ebonettes, whose name is also used as a chant in the chorus. The video for the song was released in 1985.

WAW: Soft Metals- Lenses

Soft Metals have revealed a brand new video for their song "Lenses" which is taken from their current album of the same name. The video was co-directed by Eva Aguila and Patricia Hall and features a 3D Projection Mapping by Akiko Yamashita.