#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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