4 Rare: 80s Albums [part 26]

A claustrophobic masterpiece born from the minds of Adrian Borland and Graham Bailey of . While their main band was known for soaring post-punk, Second Layer was a dive into cold, electronic minimalism.

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All The Young Droids: Junkshop Synth Pop 1978-1985 - 2LP - Crystal Clear 4 Rare 80s Albums [Part 26]

Often credited with "minting" the term , A.R. Kane's debut is a dizzying mix of jazz, funk, and electronic textures. It is widely considered the birthplace of the genre as we know it. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. A claustrophobic masterpiece born from the minds of

: Dark, abrasive, and industrial; it’s an essential bridge between early goth and electronic experimentation. All The Young Droids: Junkshop Synth Pop 1978-1985

For Part 26 of this series, we move away from the mainstream neon of the 1980s to explore the shadowy corners where analog synths, angular guitars, and ethereal soundscapes resided. These four albums represent the diverse underbelly of the decade, from DIY bedroom electronics to high-art post-punk.

: Released as the band's only full-length album, it has since become a cult classic for collectors of "rare and obscure 80s underground gems". 3. A.R. Kane — 69 (1988)