Bonk - The Smile And The Kiss 12" (1983)

My last post of the month. Barry Flynn on vocals. Happy Halloween everyone!!!

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?y5omdmyz1mo

The Bernhardts - I Hear You Calling 7" (1984)

This dude reminds me of Mario Lopez of the sitcom Saved By The Bell. Anwyay, I don't have any information about the band. I highly recommend this single. If you have any information about them, feel free to post a comment.

Fat And Frantic - I Don't Want To Say Goodbye 12" (1990)

This band was introduced to me by my friend Jonas D. One of the songs in the mix tapes he gave me years back. Fat and Frantic were a humorous Christian music group who played a self-styled mixture of Gospel Music and Skiffle which they described as "Goffle". According to the write up their best song was "Last Night My Wife Hoovered My Head". I personally think " I Don't Want To Say Goodbye is much better single.

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?yyz3u0hd1zd

Counterfeit - Good Samaritan 12" (1989)

A British synth pop trio releasing The Good Samaritan / Four Years on Creation Records in 1989. I put this up on youtube august last year and the lead vocals Lee McFadden posted his first comment... "I provided keyboards and guitar as well as vocals - also - who put this up - it's embarrassing!" I got some information about the rest of the members after he posted a second comment..."
Glen is in Blue October (UK) - another electronic pop band - well recommended. I'm in various groups - Alternative TV, The Long Decline, Angel Racing Food, Head & Shoulders, Demi-Monde, and help out with TV Personalities (the band) from time to time. Heath is not currently musically involved - but has recently become a proud dad." Anyway, I don't care what he thinks about his band, I still love this song. If you like Depeche Mode and other Synthpop bands like Celebrate The Nun, Elegant Machinery, Cetu Javu, this is for you.

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?z2m4mwztgkg

Ignatius Jones - Like A Ghost (An M & M Mix) 12" (1982)

This is one of those "buy at your own risk" record of mine. I bought it at a bargain bin at a local record store in Ventura County a few years ago.. Former lead singer of punk cabaret band Jimmy and The Boys and an actor in Australia. Born in the Philippines in 1957. Like A Ghost was written by Steve Kilbey of The Church.

MP3:
http://www.mediafire.com/?gtzrto1olym

Mecano - Those Revolutionary Days 5" (2007)

Mecano is best described as new wave, with remarkable arrangements, colored with unusual guitar harmonies. This is not the same Synth-pop band from Spain. This is their new album after 22 years. I'm posting 2 of the songs from this album.. Atheist Chant and Untitled. If you like their songs please support the band and buy their cd.

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?jtjmix2wdah

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?mzgijogmyzv

Boom Boom Room - Here Comes The Man (Extended Version) 12" (1987)

New Wand band from U.K.,formed in 1985. “Here Comes The Man” was their first single released on the independent “Fun After All” label. They released their full length album "Stretch" on LP and Cd format under Epic Records. Once in awhile you see their cd on ebay but I have to warn you, it's not cheap.

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?mnwymkzdn5n

Nova - Some Simplicity/World Without Pity 12" (1983)

I bought their cd “Another Song Of Life”, before the wherehouse music in my area closed it’s doors. I don’t have any idea how they sound like, but just like what other music collectors do (I guess), I took the risk in buying it. And besides, it only cost me 2 dollars. They look new wave so I assumed they sound new wave too! They actually do! The single I’m sharing here reminds me of The Connells early recordings. If you have any information about this band, feel free to post a comment. Download the mp3s and let me know your feedback.

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?0tdtjgjyamu

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?yyqnthn4qxm

Dead Famous People - Secret Girl's Business 5" (2001)

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My first post on Cd format. 80's indie-pop band from New Zealand. Released an album and an E.P. in the late eighties. Disbanded in 1990. A year later they released "All Hail The Daffodil", a collection of music they record before they called it quits. I am on the look out for this rare cd for years now but I don't have any luck yet in getting my hands on it. I guess you have to be vigilant if you are relying on ebay. Once in a while this cd pops up on ebay. For now, I will settle for this compilation that was released in 2001 by Global Routes Music. Besides, it includes one of my favorite songs, "Postcard From Paradise" which I will share to everyone. If you like their music please support the band and buy their cd. If you are an avid listener of Club 8 and Acid House Kings, this band is for you.



Dead Famous People

Tanh Chi - Rhythm (Extended Version) 12" (1986)

Here's another single from this band. Released in 1986 under Arista Records.
TRACKS:
SIDE A: Rhythm (Extended Version)
SIDE B: Rhythm (Dance Mix)

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?ymwoijmdhfm

Tanh Chi - How Long Is A Day 12" (1987)

Another 80's band that I'm not familiar with. If you have any information about this band, feel free to post a comment. Released in 1987 under Arista Records.
TRACKS:
SIDE A:
1. How Long Is A Day
2. Live For Me (Extended Version)
SIDE B:
1. Make Time

MP3:http://www.mediafire.com/?tzb2m1midyy

The Light - Pride Of Winning (Long Version) 12" 1986

With guest guitarist, Eddie Lundon of China Crisis.

TRACKS:
SIDE A:
1. Pride Of Winning (Long Version)
SIDE B:
1. Pride Of Winning
2. Monument

MP3:
http://www.mediafire.com/?hk4anonztkm

Data - Stop (Remix) 12" (1985)

Synthpop band from London, England. Released 3 albums in the early and mid eighties.

TRACKS:

SIDE A: 1. Data

SIDE B: 1. Blow

MP3 : http://www.mediafire.com/?0iutzqyimmm

The Light - Constrasting Strangers (Temptation Mix) 12" 1986

Brian Atherton was originally a member of a band called Box Of Toys, who managed that most Holy Grail of Musical Holy Grail's in 1983. After that he recorded a bit as The Light , now writes bits and bobs for TV and adverts - and lives in Brazil. Actually, he wasn't that hard to track down to be honest, he's on myspace . They released 2 singles, "Pride Of Winning" and "Contrasting Strangers" both are hard to find gems. I'm still looking for another pressing of Contrasting Strangers with different sleeve though.

Listen to a sample at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoujP3wSK_I

This Other Eden - Man's World 12" (1989)

Released in 1989 under A&M records. If you have any information about this band, feel free to post a comment.

Listen to a sample instantly at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF5jpqx_N9Y
MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?zqx3yfxjzly

Respect - What Comes After Goodbye (Remix) 12" (1990)

Respect is a 3 piece synthpop band from Sheffield, England. What Comes After Goodbye is the first and only release by Respect. Fronted by a female vocalist, however, this song features Phil Oakey's distinct baritone voice.
TRACKS:
SIDE A:
1. What Comes After Goodbye (Extended Mix)
SIDE B:
1. Ghost Dance
2. What Comes After Goodbye (7" Version)

MP3:
http://www.mediafire.com/?didzjjzj4th

Scarlett And Black - You Don't Know 12" (1988)

"You Don't Know", one of the 2 singles released from their self-titled album. One of my favorite songs from the eighties. Although dubbed as one hit wonder of the late eigthies in the U.S., they are still a hit to me. This record is U.S. pressing with a different picture sleeve.
TRACKS:
SIDE A:
1. You Don't Know (12" Mix)
2. You Don't Know (Dub Mix)
SIDE B:
1. You Don't Know (Remix)
2. Japan

Vince Clarke/Paul Quinn - One Day (Extension) 12" (1985)

Paul Quinn (Bourgie Bourgie) and Vince Clarke (Depeche Mode, Yazoo, Erasure) collaboration in 1985 releasing "One Day" on Mute Records. Paul released 2 singles on MCA Records n 1984, Breaking Point/Apres-Ski and Careless/Change Of Attitude. He left the band mid-way through recording their debut album. Vince clarked collaborated as well with Feargal Sharkey under the name The Assembly, known for the song Never Never, before decided to form his band Erasure.
TRACKS:
SIDE A: One Day
SIDE B: Song For

Listen To A Sample at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ptv7kIxvZCw

Mp3 available upon request only.

One - I'll Wait (Long Version) 12" (1989)

Steve Hovingon's band after B-movie. One was formed in the late 80's and released an album "Upstream" on Chrysalis. I'll wait is one of the 2 singles they released in 1989.

Listen to a sample instantly at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rY5BlBluOI

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?gitymzt5zjz

Broadcast - Where Are You Now (Extended Version) 12" (1984)

I have no information about this band. Released in 1984 under A&M records.
Tracks:
SIDE A: Where Are You Now (Extended Version)
SIDE B: Visions Of You

Friends - Far And Away 12" (1987)

I was introduced to this band by my friend Jonas Daabo in early 2000, back when we were still active in newwave101 egroup. We used to trade compilation mix tapes (cd-r) and one of the songs from that cd-r was their song "You'll Never See That Summertime Again" a catchy tune I fell in love with, the first time I heard it. It was taken from their 1989 album "Roads Leading Everywhere". The record I am featuring here is taken from their first album " Let's Get Away From It All". One of my favorites. I'm not sure if this single is still available in the summerhouserecords' website. Give it a listen and tell me your feedback. For more information about the band visit the summerhouserecords' website at: http://www.summerhouserecords.co.uk/artists/artists1.htm

TRACKS:

SIDE A:

1. Far And Away

2. Burning Bridges

SIDE B:

1. Over And Over

2. The End Of The Affair

Listen to a sample at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSWp_R7_U48

Mp3 upon request only.

Flex - Whatever Happened To Small Talk 12" (1986)

Another band that I am not familiar with nor have any information about them. Bought this at a local record store here in my area. They look 80's, that's why I bought their record. I guess I found another gem to be added in my collection. It's a 5 track EP released under Rock It Records in 1986. "Whatever Happened To Small Talk" is the best track in this record. Tell me what you think about this band.

Flex


TRACKS:

SIDE A:
1. Car Without A Driver
2. Whatever Happened To Small Talk
3. Free Up
SIDE B:
1. The Perfect Thing
2. Queen Of The Broken Hearts


BAND MEMBERS:
Jesse Sublett - Lead Vocals, Bass Guitar
Mark Ross - String Acoustic, Back Up Vocals
Dennis Bruhn - Drums, Backing Vocals

You can listen to a sample at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8_Rqn9UiWU

Mp3 upon request only.

After This - Fields (Extended Version) 12" (1986)

Sorry, I don't have any information about this band. I'm pretty sure there is someone out there who can give us a bit of 411 about them. 12" single released under Operation Afterglow Records in 1986.
TRACKS:
SIDE A: Fields (Extended Version)
SIDE B: Hollow Hills
You can listen to a sample at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14LIv5aTqro

MP3: http://www.mediafire.com/?zxztywwzk5t

Naïve - Carry On (Copenhagen Mix) 12" (1985)

Country: Copenhagen, Denmark



I was introduced to this band by my friend JonasD. in early 2000, who unselfishly gave me a CD-R copy of their first album "Naive - Fish?", complete with scanned copy of the sleeve. "Batman" is one of my favorite songs in this album. Copenhagen Mix of Carry On was added as a bonus track. Released in 1985 under Irmgarz UK.

TRACKS:

SIDE A: Carry On

SIDE B: A Final Kiss

Carry On (Copenhagen Mix)