Inexplicably, the ’80’s are back with a vengeance. And for about a moment or two, I was charmed. But folks…a polite reminder — the ’80’s were a reaction to the swagger of the ’70’s. The DIY aesthetic was a reaction to the overblown pomposity of an era. But ’80’s for ’80’s sake is a reaction to well, being fresh out of ideas. (And the ‘ironic’ boat shoes? Just a tip: weren’t cool then. Even worse now.)
Rule #3: Stop ripping off the ’80’s. Rip off the ’70’s.
Mott The Hoople – All The Young Dudes (Mp3)
T. Rex – Bang A Gong (Get It On) (Mp3)
Led Zeppelin – Communication Breakdown (Mp3)
(Ok, technically it’s from ’69…)
Wings – Listen To What The Man Said (Mp3)
David Bowie – Moonage Daydream (Mp3)
