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Taking you back the the early 1980s sounds and productions. Songs created using original gear and production methods from back in 1983! Enjoy!!!

"Get Into Climax "-NEW MIX!!!*****

This song was produced as an homage to early 1980s post disco. Using classic sounds and gear such as the Linn LM-1 drum machine,  Arp Odyssey, and Prophet 5 synthesize. Using funk chords, and an uptempo beat yields a sound reminiscent of the early 1980s post disco sound.

**FunkN' Move 1983- Mastered**

This song was produced as an homage to early 1980s Synth rock. Using sounds similar to Giorgio Moroder in 1983. Classic sounds and gear such as the Rockman Guitar processor,  Linndrum drum machine, Arp Odyssey, and Prophet 5 synthesizer. Rock chords, and an uptempo beat yields a sound reminiscent of the early 1980s synth rock.

++Burning Flash: Linndrum++ - EXTENDED MIX 12"

This song was produced as an homage to mid 1980s electronic dance music. Using classic sounds and gear such as the Linndrum, Linn 9000 for sequencing , Minimoog, and Prophet 5 synthesizer. . and Yamaha DX7. Also a ROCKMAN guitar effect was used for some added fun. Using funk chords, and an uptempo beat yields a sound reminiscent of the mid 1980s dance sound.

Overglow 84' -*Mastered* 80s Electronic Music On YOUTUBE Mix.

This track was inspired by the mid-late 1980s classic synth sound that ushered in the new wave of highly produced sequenced dance music. 

This song was produced using strictly vintage gear such as:
Linn 9000
Tr-727
Roland JX-8P
PPG WAVE 2.2
Yamaha DX7 II
Roland Juno 106

Love My Baby 86'

FOTONOVELA-IVAN-ITALO +++FREE DOWNLOAD++++

Nu - Love/909/Nu Disco/90s/House***FREE DOWNLOAD***

Ivans 1984 hit "Fotonovela" Rcreated in 2024.

Synths used: Roland Tr 707
Korg Polysix
Yamaha DX7

Roland Jv1080 (Acoustic Strings) 

Fotonovela" is a song by Spanish singer Ivan from his fourth studio album, Baila (1985). The song was co-written by Luis Gómez Escolar and Pedro Vidal, and produced by Vidal. reached the top 10 in France, Switzerland and West Germany, peaking at No. 3, No. 4 and No. 9, respectively. It also reached No. 28 in Belgium, No. 42 in Italy and No. 47 in the Netherlands.

Fotonovela - Ivan - Instrumental-Rerecorded

This track was originally brought by Guitar Player Mickey Scan. I went on to help co write, and produce the track. Using a variety of classic 80s sounds. The Linn LM-1 began the song augmented by Simmons SDS-8 toms. The Prophet 5 covers most synth duties, along with a Fender Rhodes. The synth breakdown int he middle is Yamaha DX-7. The guitar tones are all derived from a Rockman X100.

DOG MAYOR . *Ft. Mickey Scan**

This track was created as an Homage to the incredible Production by "Jam and Lewis" for Alexander O Neils 1985 self titles album. 
This song was produced using the same methods as Jam and Lewis used back in 1985.  Synths used for this song include the Yamaha DX7, Oberheim OB-8, Roland VP 330 (Strings), Oberheim DX, acoustic Hi hats, acoustic cowbell, Glockenspiel, Reverb unit is the AMS RMX 16.

"My Love"  ++Mastered "**Jam and Lewis Homage"

This song was produced to give a sense of the early 1980s synth takeover. You may find the Linn LM-1, Prophet 5, and Minimoog combination nostalgic and funky. Enjoy!

Cyber Runner

Inspired by the iconic 1982 album "Thriller" By Michael Jackson. We set out to create a song that captured the sounds and vibe from one of the best pop records ever. Using the same instruments, and playing style. Summer Hearts was recorded over a two week span, meticulously recording and mixing each track with a Harrison 32c EQ. The song was even mixed on the same monitors as the Thriller album. A grey set of JBL 4310. Enjoy this tribute!!! 

Linn Lm-1
Prophet 5 3.3
Roland Jupiter 8
Minimoog Bass
Fender Rhodes with CE-1
VP-330 Strings
Synclavier (Sample)
Horns (Sample)
Fender Stratocaster
Fender Deluxe amp

EMT 250 Reverb (UAD) Drums
Harrison 32c EQ
Pultec EQ
AMS DMX 1580
Lexicon 224 (Synths)
JBL 4310 Studio Monitors

Summer Hearts-"Tribute to Michael Jackson"

This track was inspired by the incredible soundtracks from the 1980s cop films. 

This song was produced using the new Behringer Wave (PPG Wave) and a 1983 Linndrum. Nothing else was used. 

Enjoy!! 

V.H.S. Cops


The goal was to create an grand homage to the year 1985. This two month production was created to take us back to our favorite sounds from 1985, using many synths and 1980s production techniques. The song uses a classic call and response every 8 bars showcasing a different vintage synths. Of course a Linndrum was used using a few chips for the snare and toms. 
The synths used:

Linndrum-Snare 1, 10, 13 (Simmons ) 23 (Rock snare ) Simmons Toms 

Roland Jupiter 8 (Arturia)
Fairlight CMI (Arturia) 
Emu Emulator II (Arturia)
Prophet 5 Rev 4
Prophet VS 
Oberhiem OB-8
Roland Juno 60
Roland Juno 106
Roland JX3P 
Minimoog 
PPG WAVE (Behringer Wave)
Yamaha DX7 Mk 1
Yamaha DX7 MK 2
Yamaha TX 802 (solo is a performance layer)
Roland D-50 (Horn lead on boys riff) 




"Take me back to 1985" Epic Production!  Every 80s synth used!

This fun song was created to give a slighly more modern polished sound  , with an 1980s vibe. Some classic synths used are the Oberheim DMX drum machine, Yamaha DX7 , Arturia Jupiter 8 plugin, Oberheim OB-8, and Arturia Emulator II. Enjoy! 

"City Hearts" Dance Mix

SELF CONTROL **** FREE DOWNLOAD*** Awesome Mix!!!

Thinkin About You**Calvin Harris Ft. Ayah Marar Cover FREE DOWNLOAD

TREASURE-Bruno Mars Instrumental***Free Download***

Ain't Nobody-Chaka Khan Instrumental

DIGITAL REPAIRS

Half Fast***Free Download****

Electric Disco Renegade****TECHNO-DISCO**** COMMENT BELOW!

Electric - City*** Latest Track**** Blast It!!!

PUSH IT TO THE LIMIT* MASTERED* Ft. Powernerd Paddy on Guitar!!!

Two Of Hearts ***Recreated***1986

Night Chase***Outrun Synthwave****Linndrum Power

Cityscape

NEON NRG-     *Take 1*

Party All The Time-Eddie Murphy (Re created)

In The Neon City***1985 Synthwave***

Timepiece

Timepiece 1984

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Strictly old school. Keeping early 80s electronica alive. All music is created and recorded using synthesizers and drum machines from and up to 1986.

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