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Russian history, hip hop, the underbelly of Soho, TS Eliot and James Cagney collided on the dance floor of the Paradise Garage, says Matthew Lindsay, to create one of 1984's perfect singles
Travis Elborough recalls how the Japan frontman's startling debut solo single ‘Red Guitar’ stood out among the rest of 1980s pop, and how his teenage love of David Sylvian introduced him to worlds beyond his everyday
Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe sit down with Luke Turner to discuss how their music stops them feeling trapped, spaghetti hoops, fitting in and why seediness is inspiring
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From astute use of simple ideas multiplied comes music with acute beauty, says Jakub Knera
Artists discuss the 13 records that shaped their lives
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Russian history, hip hop, the underbelly of Soho, TS Eliot and James Cagney collided on the dance floor of the Paradise Garage, says Matthew Lindsay, to create one of 1984's perfect singles
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