Dead Or Alive
21 records available
Dead Or Alive
With the single "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)", the British quartet shaped the transition from post-punk to the Hi-NRG sound of the 1980s in 1984. The collaboration with the production team Stock Aitken Waterman influenced several of the band’s releases. Danceable rhythms, striking synthesisers and Pete Burns’ distinctive voice characterise their style.
Dead Or Alive – Sound & Production Style
Typical for Dead Or Alive is the use of drum machines, pulsating synth basses and continuous electronic beats, as found in Hi-NRG and early dance-pop of the 1980s. Productions such as "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)" were created under the direction of Stock Aitken Waterman, who became known for their compact, radio-friendly production style. The releases appeared mainly on Epic Records and are marked by clear, dance-oriented arrangements.
Dead Or Alive on vinyl – the key releases
For genre enthusiasts and DJs, the You Spin Me Round (Like A Record) (Murder Mix) (12'' Vinyl Maxi) offers an extended club version of their best-known hit, while Come home with me baby (7'' Vinyl) is another track from the band’s later period available in our shop.
If you are interested in Hi-NRG and synth-pop of the 1980s, you will find key releases from Dead Or Alive here.
- Genre: Hi-NRG, Synth-Pop
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Active: 1980s to 2000s
- Notable: Collaboration with Stock Aitken Waterman (production team)
