OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark) are a pioneering British synth-pop group whose electronic experimentation and emotional songwriting created enduring classics. Founded in Wirral in 1978 by Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys, they achieved commercial success while maintaining artistic credibility. 'Enola Gay,' their meditation on nuclear warfare wrapped in an irresistible melody, exemplified their approach. Other hits included 'Maid of Orleans,' 'Souvenir,' 'Locomotion,' and 'If You Leave.' OMD's influence on subsequent electronic artists was substantial. Their 2010s reunion demonstrated continued creative vitality. OMD represented synth-pop's potential for combining intelligence with accessibility.
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KARL-BIRGER BLOMDAHL / HILDING ROSENBERG / FRANZ BERWALD Svit Ur Sisyfos / Ur Resa Till Amerika / Sinfonie Capricieuse (1968 German 3-part vinyl LP a celebration of the music of Sweden performed by the Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Antal Dorati fully laminated picture sleeve with multi-lingual notes on the reverse
£14.00 used
ORCHESTRAL MANOEUVRES IN THE DARK The Best Of OMD (1988 UK 14-track LP a brilliant compilation of tracks drawn from the albums Electricity up to Dreaming glossy gatefold picture sleeve. The sleeve is Excellent with minor shelf wear & has itsperiod shop price sticker attached. The vinyl is clean & in Excellent condition with just the odd faint hairline not affecting play OMD1) Track Listing: 01
£50.00 used