4. Various Artists – New Wave Complex Volume 11 (1980s Rarities)
Their tracks, such as "Waltzing," represent the transition from dark punk to gothic rock , utilizing cold, reverb-heavy guitars and early synth textures. 4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 128] Goth Rock, Synthwa...
A time capsule of cold synths, analog drum machines, and the "shadow side" of the New Wave era. Original private label pressings are extremely hard to
Original private label pressings are extremely hard to find and highly sought after by collectors of early '80s electronic rarities. 2. The Hitmen – Torn Together (1981) It mixes melodic power pop with post-punk quirkiness
Before they hit mainstream success with "Catch Me (I'm Falling)" later in the decade, this South New Jersey band released the Laced EP on their own private label, Svengoli Records.
It mixes melodic power pop with post-punk quirkiness and synth-heavy arrangements.
Look for tracks by Unfassbare Zwischenräume ("Falter Im Nächtlichen Raum") or Der Eiserne Vorhang ("Hassen").