On this day in 2002, ex Strawberry Switchblade singer/guitarist Rose McDowall played a beautiful short solo set at the 500 year old St Olave's church in London.

In keeping with her goth aesthetic, the church has carved skulls over its gateway!

Here's Since Yesterday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyDlLdzj0yg&t=968s

#goth #80s #80smusic #1980s #1980smusic

Rose McDowall - live at St Olave's church, London, 6 April 2002

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A-Ha - Take On Me [Remastered in 4K]

Album Artist: a-ha
Album(s): Hunting High And Low
Written by: Morten Harket, Pal Waaktaar, Magne (Mags) Furuholmen
Music genre(s): Synth-pop, New Wave
Released: 1985
Decade for first release: #1980sMusic

#aha #huntinghighandlow #takeonme #synthpop #newwave #1980smusic #iconicclassic #googlefree #youtubefree #musicvideo #lyrics #remastered #4k

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A-Ha - Take On Me [Remastered in 4K]

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Guns N' Roses - Paradise City

... From we where younger and hotter and the girls was pretty... in paradise city

From the time where music sounded like music... and not a beat box

#GunsNRoses #GnR #AppetiteForDestruction #ParadiseCity #Rock #1980sMusic #ClassicRock

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Guns N' Roses - Paradise City

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Strawberry Switchblade's album was released on this day in 1985!

This being the era of vinyl & cassette, the album was 2 separate sides. Side 1 opened with Since Yesterday & ended on 10 James Orr Street with Andrew Poppy's arresting epilogue demanding you sit quietly & let it resonate 🧵

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN7Nipg9nro

#80smusic #1980smusic #80s #1980s #otd #onthisday

Strawberry Switchblade - 10 James Orr Street

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The Waterboys (1983, Chrysalis) | eBay

This 12" vinyl is in very good plus (VG+) condition, complete with an original cover in very good (VG) condition. This record is perfect for collectors and music enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty of vinyl.

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The Waterboys - This Is the Sea (Island, 1985) | eBay

Personnel on this include the recently passed away Karl Wallinger, later of World Party. The record itself is made of high-quality vinyl with a record grading of Very Good Plus (VG+), while the sleeve is in Very Good (VG) condition.

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A-Ha - Take On Me [Remastered in 4K]

"Take On Me" by a-ha is a quintessential 1980s pop song that features an unforgettable melody and innovative music video. This iconic track, known for its catchy synth riff and Morten Harket's soaring vocals, has captivated audiences since its release.

#aha #huntinghighandlow #takeonme #synthpop #newwave #1980smusic #iconicclassic #googlefree #youtubefree #musicvideo #lyrics #remastered #4k

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A-Ha - Take On Me [Remastered in 4K]

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Robyn Hitchcock - Madonna of the Wasps

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Prince - Sign O' The Times (HD)

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