Kimkattia Update

Wednesday, July 19th 2023. 

This week at Kimkattia, Katt is back with another of her 1980s themed Retro Rundowns. 

Make sure you are at the Kimkattiadome, Saturday, 6pm SLT (9pm Eastern Time). 

Some background information for those interested in learning a bit more about 80's "Synth-Pop": the genre came about as a result of the development of synthesizers in the late 1960s and early 1970s. These early synthesizers were large and expensive, but they were gradually becoming more affordable and accessible to a wider range of musicians.

One of the earliest bands to experiment with synthesizers was Kraftwerk, a German electronic music group that formed in 1970. Kraftwerk's music was heavily influenced by electronic music from the 1960s, such as the work of composers like Karlheinz Stockhausen and Pierre Boulez. However, Kraftwerk also incorporated elements of pop music into their sound, creating a new genre of music that would come to be known as synth-pop.

Other early synth-pop bands included Gary Numan, Ultravox, and Visage. These bands helped to popularize the genre in the late 1970s and early 1980s. By the mid-1980s, synth-pop had become a major force in pop music, with bands like Depeche Mode, The Human League, and Pet Shop Boys achieving international success.

The rise of synth-pop was due in part to the development of new synthesizer technology. In the early 1980s, synthesizers became smaller, more affordable, and easier to use. This made it possible for more musicians to experiment with synthesizers, and it also led to a more diverse sound in synth-pop.

Another factor that contributed to the rise of synth-pop was the advent of MTV. MTV was a new cable television channel that launched in 1981. MTV played music videos 24 hours a day, and it quickly became a major force in popular culture. The visual style of synth-pop bands was well-suited for music videos, and many synth-pop bands achieved success thanks to MTV.

Synth-pop remained popular throughout the 1980s, but it began to decline in popularity in the early 1990s. This was due in part to the rise of grunge and other alternative rock genres. However, synth-pop has never completely disappeared, and it has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in recent years.

Here are some of the most influential synth-pop bands of the 1980s:

Depeche Mode

The Human League

Pet Shop Boys

Gary Numan

Ultravox

Visage

OMD

A-ha

Eurythmics

These bands helped to define the sound of synth-pop, and their music continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world.

Remember also that Kimkattia has an open-door policy, and there is a lot to see and explore here! Feel free to come along and nose around, we love having people here :)

KattattaK! S8E6 GUARDIANS OF THE DANCEFLOOR

Join us again this Saturday night at 9pm Eastern Daylight Time (6pm SLT) for another of Katt's Retro Rundows. We are all Guardians of the Dancefloor this weekend with one mission: to defend the music of the 1980s. Come for the great music and stay for the excellent chat. Remember, if you're not here, you're missing out!

The Guardians of the Galaxy have a long and storied history in the Marvel Universe, dating back to their first appearance in Marvel Super-Heroes #18 in January 1969. The original team was a group of extraterrestrial freedom fighters from the 31st century who banded together to fight against the Badoon, a hostile race of sentient alien reptiles. The team consisted of Vance Astro, Martinex T'Naga, Captain Charlie-27, and Yondu Udonta.

The Guardians of the Galaxy went on hiatus after their initial appearance, but they returned in the pages of Marvel Presents in 1976. The team's roster was expanded during this period, and they also began to travel to the present day to team up with other Marvel superheroes. The Guardians of the Galaxy reached their highest level of popularity in the 1970s during the "Korvac Saga", in which they teamed up with the Avengers to battle a being of immense power who sought to remake the universe.

The Guardians of the Galaxy went on to appear in a number of different comic book series throughout the 1980s and 1990s, but they never achieved the same level of popularity as they had in the 1970s. However, the team was revived in 2008 with a new series written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning. This new series introduced a number of new characters to the Guardians of the Galaxy, including Rocket Raccoon, Groot, and Drax the Destroyer. The series was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to bring the Guardians of the Galaxy back into the spotlight.

The Guardians of the Galaxy have also appeared in a number of other media, including the 2014 film Guardians of the Galaxy, which was a critical and commercial success. The film was followed by a sequel, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, in 2017. The Guardians of the Galaxy are also set to appear in the upcoming film Thor: Love and Thunder.

The Guardians of the Galaxy are a popular and beloved team of superheroes who have a long and storied history in the Marvel Universe. They are a diverse group of characters from all over the galaxy, and they are united by their common goal of protecting the innocent and fighting for justice. The Guardians of the Galaxy are sure to continue to be a popular team of superheroes for many years to come.

Star-Lord: Peter Quill is the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy. He is a half-human, half-alien who was raised on Earth by his human mother and his father, J'Son, the ruler of the planet Spartax. Star-Lord is a skilled marksman and pilot, and he wields a powerful weapon called the Element Gun.

Star-Lord Guardians of the Galaxy

Gamora: Gamora is a skilled assassin who was raised by Thanos, the Mad Titan. She is one of the most powerful members of the Guardians of the Galaxy, and she is proficient in hand-to-hand combat and the use of various weapons.

Gamora Guardians of the Galaxy

Drax the Destroyer: Drax is a powerful warrior who was created by Thanos to kill the Avengers. He is driven by a desire to avenge the death of his wife and daughter, who were killed by Thanos. Drax is incredibly strong and durable, and he wields two large knives.

Drax the Destroyer Guardians of the Galaxy

Rocket Raccoon: Rocket is a genetically engineered raccoon who is a master marksman and explosives expert. He is also a skilled pilot and mechanic. Rocket is a bit of a loose cannon, but he is a loyal and valuable member of the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Rocket Raccoon Guardians of the Galaxy

Groot: Groot is a tree-like alien who is a member of the Flora Colossus species. He is incredibly strong and durable, and he can regenerate his body from even the smallest pieces. Groot is also a skilled fighter, and he can use his vines to grapple with opponents.

Groot Guardians of the Galaxy

Yondu Udonta: Yondu is a member of the Centaurian species, and he is a skilled archer and tracker. He is also the leader of the Ravagers, a group of space pirates. Yondu is a bit of a loner, but he is a loyal friend and ally to the Guardians of the Galaxy.

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Yondu Udonta Guardians of the Galaxy

Nebula: Nebula is Gamora's adopted sister, and she is a skilled assassin who was raised by Thanos. She is determined to surpass her sister, and she is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve her goals. Nebula is incredibly strong and durable, and she wields two energy swords.

Nebula Guardians of the Galaxy