Ep36A: Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (1980-91)

Ep36A: Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (1980-91)

Author: DDDC November 19, 2023 Duration: 1:21:46
For many Americans, OMD's repertoire begins and ends with "If You Leave." But the band's impact on the Eastern Hemisphere began years before the release of the Pretty in Pink soundtrack, with a string of catchy, unique, unlikely hits topping the charts in many European countries during the first half of the decade. T&J are joined by Patrick, co-host of the podcast Known Pleasures, to discuss OMD's rich legacy as new wave synth-pop pioneers. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3R1xoXT Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Join Rob and Joseph as they chronologically discuss all the notable albums of the punk/new wave movement. From the messy, anarchic noise of the early 70’s proto-punk rockers to the tired, polished death-rattles of the mid-80’s corporate synth-poppers, no stone goes unturned in their quest to fully examine the birth, life and death of “the wave” that produced some of the most beloved songs in modern popular music.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)
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BONUS: Our Fave Songs of 1978 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:04
The lads get their December episode released just under the wire! Join R+J as they take one last look at 1978 with a rundown of their favorite songs from that year. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.f…
Ep16A: The Top 10 Albums of 1978 (pt.2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:36
The lads bid adieu to season two by counting down the top 10 punk/new wave albums of 1978 (as determined by the Deep Dive community). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2ZlSoAA Email us at deepdives…
Ep16: The Top 10 Albums of 1978 (pt.1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:59
In this season's penultimate episode, R+J count down their personal top ten lists of 1978 while speculating on what the final community list will look like (to be revealed in next week's season finale). Email us at deepd…
Bonus Track: 11/14/21 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:53
The lads record the last Bonus Track of the season to address a few pressing questions. Have you submitted your top 5 list yet? Who the hell is Pete and what crappy project is he here to promote? Wait, the band Sparks is…
BONUS: What's Your Favorite Album of 1978? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:50
It's time to vote for your 5 favorite punk/new wave albums of 1978. The deadline of November 17th is coming up fast! To help out, R+J attempt an overview of the entire 1978 output. Is it possible to cover 70+ albums in o…
Ep14A: 6 Picks (to Explore More) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:35
It's time to take a second look at 6 notable albums from 1978. Join R+J as they dives a little deeper into releases from Magazine, Ultravox, Lene Lovich, the Only Ones, Wire and 999. Listen to the playlist on Spotify: ht…
Ep14: December 1978 + X-ray Spex [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:41
The lads examine a final 11 albums to wrap up 1978. Then they turn their attention to X-Ray Spex for the final mini dive of the season. Listen to the playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2YBriVf
Ep13A: the Jam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:06
Advantage to living in the US: great amusement parks. Disadvantage to living in the US: the Jam is never played on the radio. The lads puzzle over this injustice as they examine the Jam's catalog. Listen to the full play…
Bonus Track: 9/26/21 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:42
The lads record a last-minute Bonus Track episode to address a number of burning questions. Exactly where is the Deep Dive episode on the Jam that everyone was promised? Was J wearing the wrong hat while watching the Spa…
Ep13: November 1978 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:00
Is November 1978 the greatest month ever for punk and new wave releases? It's too soon to tell. But with debuts from Siouxsie and the Banshees, the Police, X-Ray Spex, Tubeway Army, and Midnight Oil (not to mention iconi…