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Best 1 New Order - Leisure
New Order - Leisure

While not strictly synthwave, New Order's 'Leisure' is a foundational album for the genre. Released in 1982, it perfectly captures the aesthetic and sonic palette that would later define synthwave. Th...

9.5 Brilliant
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2 Cocteau Twins  Heaven or Las Vegas
Cocteau Twins Heaven or Las Vegas

Heaven or Las Vegas is arguably the quintessential dream pop album. Elizabeth Frasers otherworldly vocals, combined with Robin Guthries shimmering guitar textures and Simon Raymondes inventive basslin...

9.5 Brilliant
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3 Duran Duran - Rio
Duran Duran - Rio

This album epitomizes the glamorous, highly stylized, and uptempo side of 80s New Wave. It perfectly captured the era's fascination with excess, fashion, and polished pop sheen. The tracks are instant...

8.4 Very Good
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4 Transvision Vamp - Transvision Vamp
Transvision Vamp - Transvision Vamp

Transvision Vamp's self-titled debut album is a vibrant and energetic blend of gothic rock and alternative pop. The album clocks in at around 38 minutes, showcasing the band's unique style and catchy...

7.7 Good
5 You're Beautiful - Alphaville
You're Beautiful - Alphaville

Alphaville's 'You're Beautiful' was a haunting and romantic hit in 1987, known for its atmospheric synths and melancholic lyrics. The songs emotional depth and distinctive sound made it a classic. Whi...

7.1 Good
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