Heaven 17, a distinguished band in the landscape of synth-pop and new wave, emerged from the ashes of the early post-punk scene in Sheffield, England. Formed in 1980 by Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh, who had recently departed from The Human League, together with lead vocalist Glenn Gregory, Heaven 17 became synonymous with the electronic music innovation of the 1980s. Named after a fictional band in Anthony Burgess's novel "A Clockwork Orange," they distinguished themselves with their socio-political lyrics and pioneering use of synthesizers and production techniques.

Their debut album, "Penthouse and Pavement" (1981), was critically acclaimed and showcased a novel blend of electronic music with funk and soul influences, making tracks like "(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang" stand out for their politically charged themes. Heaven 17's sound evolved with subsequent releases such as "The Luxury Gap" (1983), which spawned hits like "Temptation" and "Come Live with Me," further cementing their place in the musical pantheon of the 1980s. Over the years, while maintaining a devoted following, Heaven 17 has continued to release music, remixes, and engage in various projects that underscore their enduring influence in the realm of electronic and pop music, as seen in their recent releases including the innovative "Naked As Advertised – Versions 08" and various remixes of their classic hit "(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang."

Genres

New Romantic

New Wave Pop

Sophisti-pop

Synthpop

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Latest Release

Bonus Tracks

Heaven 17

Album - 26 Tracks - Released August 12, 2022