Trademark

Browsing other blogs about modern synthpop, I came across Trademark, a synthpop band from the UK.  I found Trademark on the blog Synthpop Reviews, where it was stated that many compare Trademark to the Pet Shop Boys.  I can hear the simularity for sure.  Although, many bands lately have reminded me of the Pet Shop Boys. I think that hearing a British accent over nice clean minimal pop makes me think of the Pet Shop Boys, so that covers a lot of synthpop that is coming out lately especially from the UK.  Here is a video for Trademark’s song “Come To Love” off of their album “Raise The Stakes”

Frankmusik

I was checkin out other blogs looking for new bands and came across this gem, Frankmusik.  I found Frankmusik on a post on The New Wave Diva, who credits a Mr. Billy Suede for turning her on to this great little British pop artist.  Check out this video for the song “3 Little Words” off of his debut album “Complete Me.”  Very 80s and very fun!!  The video for “3 Little Words” reminds me of a scene from the 80s movie “Big” with Tom Hanks where he is dancing on the giant keyboard.  Frankmusik has also remixed material from other artists such as Lady GaGa and the Pet Shop Boys.

Here’s a couple more pure pop fun vids from Frankmusik, enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8hXlOh9Ro0

elegant MACHINERY

“Move” is the second single from the new album “A Soft Exchange” from scandinavian synthpop group  elegant MACHINERY.  These guys have a pretty retro 80s sound.  The vocals reminded me of OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark) and the music reminds me of the Pet Shop Boys, in addition to other 80s bands.