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Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

About Messages

"Messages" is the third single of the synthpop group Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released in 1980. The song originally featured on their eponymous debut album, but a re-recorded version provided OMD with their first Top 40 hit single in the UK, reaching number 13. As with debut single "Electricity", "Messages" features a melodic synth break instead of sung chorus. Most copies of the original 10" pressing with the album version were scrapped on behalf of the band (because they wanted to rerecord the song), but a handful did escape destruction. Some of these were given away as part of a competition for the OMD fan club in 1980. These pressings can be distinguished only by the shorter track time and different runout information. The later grey two-tone labels incorrectly state the producer as Chester Valentino. Mike Howlett is the producer, as the track was remixed and times at 4:48 – later editions again feature grey labels correctly attributed to Howlett and were also issued with different coloured record labels including red, green and a pink/white combination. These labels also correctly credit Howlett for the production. 


Year:
1988
4:45
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It worries me this kind of thing
How you hope to live alone
And occupy your waking hours
We're taking sides again
I just wept I couldn't understand
Why you started this again
Every day you send me more
What makes it worse is this plan of yours
To ensure I don't forget
I'd write and tell you that I've burnt them all
But you never send me your address
And I've kept them anyway
So don't ask me if I think it's true
That communication can bring hope to those
Who have gone their separate ways
It hardly touched me when it should have then
And memories are uncertain friends
When recalled by messages
Coded messages always hurt
Letters
Messages poision

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Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) are a British New Wave group formed in 1978, whose founding members, Andy McCluskey (vocals, bass guitar) and Paul Humphreys (keyboards, vocals), are originally from the Wirral Peninsula, England. The band rose to fame with their fourth single "Enola Gay", which became a major hit throughout Europe in 1980, and achieved worldwide popularity the following year with their third album Architecture & Morality. Regarded as the band's seminal work, it spawned three international hit singles and propelled them to superstar status in their home country. OMD, whose music frequently eschewed traditional pop music arrangements in favour of experimentation, were retrospectively described by AllMusic's Ned Raggett as having been… more »

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Written by: ANDREW MC CLUSKEY, PAUL DAVID HUMPHREYS

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12 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Messages" is categorized under synth-pop and new wave genre. It symbolizes the beauty of minimalist electronic music at the dawn of the 1980s.
Original Release
The song was originally released by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) as their second single on 2 May 1980.
Album Association
"Messages" is part of OMD's eponymous debut album, and it was their first song to enter the UK Singles Chart.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing OMD's early commercial success.
Songwriting Credits
"Messages" was written by OMD members Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys, featuring their signature synth bass line with melodic elements.
Music Video
The music video for "Messages" was filmed in the basement of The Gramophone Suite, the recording studio where the band often worked.
Red Record Release
The song was re-released in a 10" red vinyl recording format as a special edition in 1980, due to its increased popularity.
Legacy
In 2015, the song "Messages" was included in the compilation album "Souvenir," a celebration of OMD's 40 years in music.
Live Performances
"Messages" has been a constant part of the band's live setlist since its release, showcasing the enduring popularity of the track amongst fans.
Sound Design
"Messages" signaled a move towards a poppier sound for OMD, which helped cement their place as one of the leading synth-pop bands of the 80s.
Cover Versions
This iconic track has been covered by several artists, including the British band Dubstar, and was sampled in the OMD tribute song "4-Neu" by The Frixion.
Cultural Impact
"Messages" continues to be featured on various 80s themed and new wave compilation albums, showcasing the timeless appeal of OMD's music.

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