One of my favourite days because it means a post on Hive will be written by me, and I get to hear other music that Hiveians enjoy. Well for the select band that participate in ttt anyway!
We are going back to my Silver Chronicles post of a few weeks ago My Soundtrack for the 80s my favourite decade
Quite a self-explanatory title and it is my inspiration for the next few posts on ttt!
The year is now 1982 and we are diving into a great Scottish band, albeit one that supports the wrong football team in my eyes!...
It is Tuesday and that of course means that it's #ttt or #threetunetuesday and so it's time to share some tunes with you!
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By 1982, Glasgow’s Simple Minds were already four albums deep into their career, and were respected by critics for their moody, post-punk art-rock but lacking major chart success.
Being huge Celtic fans I gave them a massive bodyswerve...
However, everything changed in September 1982 with the release of their fifth studio album, New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84). You could not avoid them lol!
This record was their creative "Holy Grail" if you like. It was a turning point where they shed some of their darker, abrasive edges for a shimmering, lush and atmospheric synth-pop sound.
Not only did it break them into the UK Top 3, but it helped define the "New Pop" movement of the early '80s. Jim Kerr’s soaring vocals, Charlie Burchill’s distinct guitar work, and Michael MacNeil’s masterful keyboard textures created a magnificent wall of sound that still feels timeless.
1982 was a banger of a year for them, and all three of these tunes were released in 1981.
You can’t talk about 1982 without this cracker of an ear worm!
Released in April 1982 as the lead single ahead of the album, this was the track that triggered the fluffing miracle for the band. Built around an incredibly infectious, upbeat bassline and an unforgettable brassy synth hook, it became their first-ever UK Top 20 hit. It marked a massive shift toward a brighter more accessible sound without losing their signature artistic depth. Mass fan appeal beckoned for them!
Arriving in August 1982 just a few weeks before the full album dropped, Glittering Prize is pure new wave romanticism. Driven by a rhythmic, driving bassline from Derek Forbes and shimmering keyboard melodies, the song showcases a softer, incredibly melodic side of Jim Kerr's songwriting. It remains one of the most elegant synth-pop tracks of the entire decade.
I thought I would include this live recording from Paisley Abbey of a couple of years ago.
Still has his voice Jim Kerr.
They are one band I never did see.
Released as the third single in November 1982.
Which was your favourite tune? Or have you never heard of them?
Note: The 3 YouTube videos that I have shared are not owned by me, I am simply spreading great music on Hive.
I wish that you all have a brilliant happy fun and terrific Tuesday until we meet again enjoy your tunes 🎶🎵🎶
The images and ramblings are from me, with some assistance from gemini on the verbage and the lead image, the mad Scotsman TengoLoTodo unless otherwise stated.
