VA - 101 Electronic 80's (5xCD) (2017)

VA - 101 Electronic 80's [2017] (5 x CDs)
Audio codec: Mp3 @320 kbps

Believe it or not the 80's began 44 years ago. Let's step into the time machine that is the “VA - 101 Electronic 80’s [2017]” box set. You will find yourself in the heart of the 1980s - a decade that was a hotbed of innovation and experimentation in the music world, especially in electronic music. The 80s were a time when new technologies and synthesizers were coming to the fore, giving artists the tools to create sounds that were fresh and unheard of.

The 80s music scene was a melting pot of diverse sounds and styles, and musicians were constantly pushing the envelope, exploring new sonic territories. This box set is like a musical map of the era, showcasing the wide array of genres and styles that were in vogue. From the edgy beats of New Wave to the catchy rhythms of Synth-pop, and from the relaxed vibes of Lounge to the energetic tunes of Pop Rock, this compilation gives you a panoramic view of the decade’s musical landscape. The 80s were a time of rapid change and evolution, and the music of the era mirrors this dynamism. The tracks in this box set are a testament to the spirit of innovation and creativity that was the hallmark of the time. They echo a period when artists were bold and adventurous, constantly pushing the boundaries of what was musically possible.

The “VA - 101 Electronic 80’s [2017]” box set is a musical journey through a decade that left an indelible mark on the world of music. It's a music box, of timeless appeal of the sounds of the 80s. So, sit back, relax, and let the music take you back to an unforgettable era!

Track lists:
CD01
01. Soft Cell - Tainted Love 2:34
02. Human League - Love Action (I Believe In Love) 3:42
03. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Enola Gay 3:26
04. Visage - Fade To Grey 3:42
05. Yello - I Love You 3:06
06. Tears For Fears - Pale Shelter 4:25
07. Cure - The Walk 3:22
08. Heaven 17 - Temptation 3:24
09. Devo - Whip It 2:36
10. ABC - How To Be A Millionaire 3:34
11. Simple Minds - Promised You A Miracle 3:51
12. Japan - The Art Of Parties 6:37
13. Swansway - Soul Train 3:10
14. Marc Almond - The Boy Who Came Back 4:43
15. Human League - Only After Dark 3:37
16. Bill Nelson - Flaming Desire 4:44
17. Ultravox - Slow Motion 3:20
18. Lover Speaks - No More I Love You's 3:56
19. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Souvenir 3:29
20. China Crisis - Christian 5:40
21. Philip Lynott - Yellow Pearl 2:51
CD02
01. ABBA - The Visitors 5:41
02. B-52's - Give Me Back My Man 3:54
03. Pete Shelley - Homosapien 4:23
04. Donna Summer - Sunset People 3:49
05. Electribe - Tell Me When The Fever Ended 4:33
06. Soft Cell - Numbers 3:27
07. Men - I Don't Depend On You 4:33
08. Holly Johnson - Love Train 3:58
09. Paul Rutherford - I Want Your Love 3:49
10. Set The Tone - Dance Sucker 4:00
11. Cure - Let's Go To Bed 3:31
12. Japan - Visions Of China 3:38
13. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Messages 4:42
14. Heaven 17 - Play To Win 3:22
15. Visage - Mind Of A Toy 3:32
16. Jon & Vangelis - State Of Independence 4:16
17. David Sylvian - Pulling Punches 3:02
18. Godley & Creme - Under Your Thumb 3:35
19. It's Immaterial - Driving Away From Home (Jim's Tune) 4:10
20. Devo - The Day My Baby Gave Me A Surprise 2:37
CD03
01. ABC - The Look Of Love 3:27
02. Soft Cell - Bedsitter 3:27
03. Tears For Fears - Mad World 3:27
04. Yello - Oh Yeah 2:58
05. Sharpe & Numan - Change Your Mind 3:50
06. Martha And The Muffins - Echo Beach 3:27
07. Heaven 17 - (We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang 4:13
08. China Crisis - African And White 3:45
09. Frazier Chorus - Dream Kitchen 3:33
10. It's Immaterial - Ed's Funky Diner 3:04
11. Hipsway - The Honey Thief 4:25
12. Nik Kershaw - Wouldn't It Be Good 4:21
13. David Sylvian - Red Guitar 5:03
14. Human League - Empire State Human 3:05
15. Passions - I'm In Love With A German Film Star 3:56
16. Visage - The Damned Don't Cry 4:00
17. Soft Cell - Say Hello, Wave Goodbye 5:19
18. Black - Wonderful Life 4:44
19. Japan - Ghosts 4:24
20. Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas 3:43
CD04
01. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes 3:51
02. Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me) 4:14
03. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dar - If You Leave 4:15
04. Nik Kershaw - I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me 3:12
05. Malcolm Mclaren - Madam Butterfly 6:21
06. Holly Johnson - Atomic City 6:07
07. Heaven 17 - Height Of The Fighting (He-La-Hu) 2:58
08. Human League - The Sound Of The Crowd 3:57
09. Yello - The Race 3:11
10. Tears For Fears - Change 3:50
11. Simple Minds - Glittering Prize 3:49
12. M - Pop Muzik 3:08
13. Comsat Angels - Independence Day 3:38
14. Heaven 17 - Geisha Boys And Temple Girls 4:28
15. B-52's - Song For A Future Generation 3:55
16. Neneh Cherry - Kisses On The Wind 3:50
17. Human League - Don't You Want Me 3:48
18. ABBA - Head Over Heels 3:39
19. Culture Club - Do You Really Want To Hurt Me 4:13
20. ABC - Poison Arrow 3:22
CD05
01. Yazz & The Plastic Population - The Only Way Is Up 3:48
02. Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance 3:59
03. Hot Streak - Body Work 4:13
04. Stephanie Mills - The Medicine Song 4:00
05. Ollie & Jerry - Breakin' There's No Stopping Us 3:39
06. Associates - Party Fears Two 4:06
07. Paul Rutherford - Get Real 3:36
08. Holly Johnson - Americanos 3:35
09. Visage - Night Train 4:30
10. Human League - (Keep Feeling) Fascination 3:43
11. Yello - Desire 3:39
12. Tears For Fears - Head Over Heels 4:14
13. Soft Cell - Torch 4:05
14. Godley & Creme - Cry 3:55
15. Nik Kershaw - The Riddle 3:51
16. Trio - Da Da Da (I Don't Love You, You Don't Love Me, Aha Aha Aha) 3:19
17. Culture Club - Karma Chameleon 4:04
18. China Crisis - Wishful Thinking 4:05
19. David Sylvian - Forbidden Colours (Featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto) 4:36
20. Philip Oakey & Giorgio Moroder - Together In Electric Dreams 3:50