In 1984 The Special AKA released the album In The Studio. Despite the global hit Nelson Mandela the album wasn’t successful. A look back.
Tag: June 1984
Jun 30 2019
The Gun Club’s superb The Las Vegas Story
In 1984 The Gun Club started afresh on their third album The Las Vegas Story. Released in June 1984, it was the best of their career.
Jun 26 2019
David Sylvian debuts with the beautiful, subdued Brilliant Trees
After the demise of Japan, former bandleader David Sylvian went to work on his debut album. He would unleash his masterpiece Brilliant Trees in June 1984.
Jun 22 2019
Prince reaches the top of the world with Purple Rain, the album, the movie and the tour
In 1984 Prince dominated the charts. His album, movie and tour Purple Rain were everywhere. Prince had finally arrived at the place he wanted to be: world domination!
Jun 18 2019
Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds debut with the exquisite From Her To Eternity
In 1984 Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds debuted with their tensive, exciting and innovative From Her To Eternity. Read the story of the start of a fascinating career!
Jun 01 2019
The Waterboys introduce ‘the big music’ on A Pagan Place
In 1984 The Waterboys released their second album. It introduced ‘the big music’ to the world. A Pagan Place is a masterpiece by one of the most interesting and consistent bands of all time.
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