‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°108 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Talking Heads’ "And She Was" merges surreal LSD-inspired storytelling with upbeat pop, highlighted by whimsical details like a Yoo-Hoo factory backdrop. Pet Shop Boys’ cover of "Always on My Mind" transforms Elvis sentimentality into a pulsating synth anthem, taking risks with its flashy reinterpretation. Michael Jackson’s "Thriller" blends catchy grooves with horror theatrics, immortalized by Vincent Price’s spoken-word interlude and the iconic music video.

Stray Cats' "Rock This Town" reinvigorates rockabilly with an energetic modern twist, while Pop Will Eat Itself’s "Can U Dig It?" crafts a frenetic, sample-driven love letter to pop culture. The Bangles’ "Manic Monday," penned by Prince, perfectly encapsulates workweek chaos with relatable lyrics and polished harmonies. Blancmange’s "Waves," though lushly arranged, trades their usual snappy synth pop for subdued orchestration, leaving listeners divided.

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‘We Are Live’ N°6 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

The page touches on standout tracks across decades: The Doobie Brothers' "What A Fool Believes" captures '70s soft rock with Michael McDonald’s smooth delivery, while Sad Café’s "Strange Little Girl" overlays soft melodies with a somber narrative. Hawkwind’s "Silver Machine" blends space rock chaos and satire, and The Mission’s "Wasteland" balances gothic drama with post-punk grit. Deacon Blue's "Dignity" tells a working-class dream framed in warm optimism, and Bros’ "I Quit" channels '80s pop melodrama with icy synth layers. Steve Winwood’s "Back in the High Life Again" offers polished '80s reflection, and The Alarm’s "Where Were You Hiding" energizes with folk-punk tension.

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On British TV today, Spear Of Destiny at ‘Bliss In Concert’ (1986)

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