Back in 1981, “Don’t You Want Me” by The Human League was an insanely big hit. It’s not an overly complex song, either. Martin Rushent, who produced the song, added a drum machine, a very basic synth, ...

With TV soundtracks increasingly turning to nostalgic ’80s tracks, hear a playlist of essential hits and deeper cuts. By David Renard It’s Dave Renard, an editor on the Times Culture desk. It feels ...

Forget your OMDs, your Depeche Modes, Human Leagues, Pet Shop Boys and A-has, because these not-so-popular bleep combos are ...

If you’re starting to get into electronic music or need a bit of inspiration for your own music, these four synth-pop records are a few of the most memorable in the genre. And they’re still fun to ...

One of the band's biggest tunes marked the end of their first chapter, but became a springboard that would propel both them ...

Many people don't like synth-pop. Maybe they are like someone who says they don't care for Brussels sprouts without ever trying them. It is OK to dislike something, but at least have done some ...