Spacesynth

I imagine aliens dance to this.

So groovy, man.

A bit of History:

Spacesynth, or Space Disco is the combination of disco music with futuristic themes, sounds and visuals. It became popular around 1976-1977. The main theme behind the music is the exploration of outer space by humans. Many bands often included robotic shapes, laser illumination and computer screens in their live performances. The artists themselves often dressed in a somewhat futuristic manner. Upon reaching Eastern Europe after 1980, the futuristic act was mainly abandoned as many socialist state authorities often denied access to the stage for "inappropriately" dressed artists. Many bands began performing at open-music events and festivals to avoid political suppression.


Spacesynth was very popular in Europe between 1977–1979. Artists that contributed to this music style include Meco, Cerrone, Sarah Brightman, Didier Marouani & Space, Ganymed and Sheila B. Devotion.The genre spread fast in Germany with the help of Musikladen, a music show produced by the German channel NDR. Other associations are also drawn between the popularity of Star Wars (released mid-1977), and the subsequent surge in interest in science fiction and space themes in popular culture.


Facts and Criticism:

Unfortunately, I could not find any facts on this genre. Criticism, however, is just like any other style of music. Some love it, some hate it.


Opinion:D

This style is certainly interesting. Personally, I don't mind this music at all. Of course, some space-disco songs are better than others. But, for the most part, I enjoy this music and would listen to it in my free time. I also find it very interesting that the style ended up being targeted by politics and authorities.


Bibliography:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_disco