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  1. On This Day November 27 1981 – The Human League Released the Single Dont You Want Me

    On This Day November 27 1981 – The Human League Released the Single Dont You Want Me

    On this day November 27 1981 The Human League released the single Dont You Want Me. The track delivered a defining moment in early 80s synthpop with its sharp electronic production, memorable melody, and emotional storytelling built around a tense relationship dynamic. Its mix of striking vocals...
  2. On This Day November 22 1986 – The Human League Human Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On This Day November 22 1986 – The Human League Human Became the Number 1 Song in America

    On this day November 22 1986 Human by The Human League became the number 1 song in America. The track delivered a smooth and emotional blend of synth pop and soulful vocals that captured the softer side of mid 80s pop music. Its reflective lyrics and gentle production stood out at a time when...
  3. On This Day October 16 1981 - The Human League Released Their 3rd Album Dare

    On This Day October 16 1981 - The Human League Released Their 3rd Album Dare

    On this day October 16 1981, The Human League released their third studio album Dare, a landmark in the evolution of synthpop and one of the defining records of the 1980s. With its sleek electronic sound and catchy melodies, the album turned the group into international stars. Dare featured...
  4. On This Day September 8 1986 – Crash by The Human League Fifth Album Released

    On This Day September 8 1986 – Crash by The Human League Fifth Album Released

    In 1986, The Human League released their fifth studio album Crash, a record that marked a new chapter for the synth pop pioneers. Teaming up with producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, best known for their work with Janet Jackson, the band embraced a funkier, more American influenced sound. Crash...
  5. On This Day: July 3, 1982 - Don’t You Want Me by The Human League Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day: July 3, 1982 - Don’t You Want Me by The Human League Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day July 3, 1982, Don’t You Want Me by The Human League became the number one song in America. It held the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks, from July 3 through July 23. The synth driven track had already dominated charts around the world, hitting number one in the UK...
  6. Pete

    Video Vault Sundays: June 22, 2025 - The Human League - Don’t You Want Me (1981)

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Feature The Human League – Don’t You Want Me (1981). Please add to the discussion here.
    • Pete
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    • 80s music videos dont you want me retro music the human league video vault sundays weekly feature
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    • Forum: The Rewind Lounge
  7. Pete

    Dare (1981)

    Title: Dare Artist: The Human League Genre: New Wave Released: 1981 Tracks: 1 - The Things That Dreams Are Made Of - 4:15 2 - Open Your Heart - 3:56 3 - The Sound of the Crowd - 4:05 4 - Darkness - 3:59 5 - Do or Die - 5:25 6 - Get Carter - 1:02 7 - I Am the Law - 4:08 8 - Seconds...
  8. Pete

    Crash (1986)

    Title: Crash Artist: The Human League Genre: New Wave Released: 1986 Tracks: 1 - Money - 3:54 2 - Swang - 4:36 3 - Human - 4:25 4 - Jam - 4:20 5 - Are You Ever Coming Back? - 4:53 6 - I Need Your Loving - 3:42 7 - Party - 4:29 8 - Love on the Run - 3:53 9 - The Real Thing - 4:17...
  9. B

    Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s. Please add to the discussion here.
    • Brad
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    • 1980s music depeche mode grandmaster flash heavy metal hip hop madonna metallica michael jackson pop music punk rock run-d.m.c. synthpop the clash the human league
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    • Forum: The Rewind Lounge
  10. Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    Synth, Pop, and Rebellion: The Evolution of Music in the 1980s

    In the panorama of cultural history, the 1980s stands out as a decade of bold expression and radical change, particularly in music. The sonic landscape was reshaped with the emergence of various genres, each leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of music. As children of the 80s, we know just...
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