Mark Lane – Yelling At Cars (Digital/Vinyl EP – Idiosyncratics)
Some music lovers from the ’80s will for sure remember the work of American artist Mark Lane. One standout is the album “Male Nymph”, which even featured The Klinik on a track. Over the years, Lane has remained active, though his releases have been sporadic rather than regular.
“Yelling At Cars”, released last year, is well worth discovering for anyone nostalgic for the golden age of Electro-Wave. The title track is a prime example: pure old-school Electro with a sharp minimalist edge. Among the other three tracks, the B-side deserves special mention, as it perfectly captures the true spirit of ’80s Electro-Wave. Its magical analog textures are sure to stir the heart of any sentimental listener.
This EP is more than worth your attention and proves that Mark Lane is still capable of surprising us. (Rating:7½).
Listen to “Yelling At Cars”:
https://marklane2.bandcamp.com/track/yelling-at-cars
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