Band

Berlin

Mapped through Pop influences; 11 albums in the Staimusic archive.

Berlin
Biography

Berlin: history and sound

Berlin is an American new wave band. The group was formed in Los Angeles in 1978 by John Crawford (bass guitar).
Berlin: A Journey Through the Career of the Band
Berlin is a band that has been around for over four decades. Formed in 1979, the band has gone through an evolution, experimenting with different styles and sounds. From its early days as a new wave band, to its transition to electronic music, Berlin has made an impact on the music scene. In this blog post, we will take a journey through the career of Berlin, their best songs, genres, and famous concerts. We will also include a short critique on the band's work.
Berlin's career began in Los Angeles in 1979, when Terri Nunn, John Crawford, and David Diamond formed the band. Their first album, Pleasure Victim, released in 1982, was a commercial success, featuring the famous song Sex (I'm A...) and The Metro. Pleasure Victim was an album that epitomized new wave music, blending electronic sounds with pop music.
Berlin's second album, Love Life, released in 1984, saw the band experiment with a different sound and style, emphasizing more on rock and roll. The album had hits like No More Words, and Dancing in Berlin. Love Life was an album that showcased the band's versatility, proving that they could do more than just new wave music.
In 1986, Berlin released their third album, Count Three & Pray. This album was a departure from the band's previous style, being a pop rock album with electronic elements. Count Three & Pray has been regarded as one of the band's best albums, featuring hits such as Take My Breath Away, and Like Flames. Take My Breath Away became a worldwide hit when it featured in the film Top Gun, winning the band an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Berlin's line-up changes over the years, with Terri Nunn being the only constant member. The band's music has changed over time with the evolving music industry. The band's most recent album, Transcendance, which was released in 2019, shows that the band is still dedicated to making music that stands the test of time.
Berlin has performed in many famous concerts throughout their career, including the Live Aid concert in 1985 and a headlining performance at Lollapalooza in 2003. The band has also toured extensively across the world.
Critics have had mixed opinions about Berlin's music, with some praising the band for their ability to experiment with different sounds and genres, while others feel that their work lacks originality and depth. However, one cannot deny the impact that Berlin has had on the music scene.
Berlin has been around for over four decades, evolving over time and experimenting with different genres and sounds. From their early days as a new wave band to their transition to pop rock, Berlin has always been a band that has pushed boundaries and made an impact on the music scene. Their best songs, including Sex (I'm a...), Take My Breath Away, and No More Words are still played on the radio today and have stood the test of time. Berlin's music may not be for everyone, but their ability to change and adapt to different styles is something to admire.
Concepts

Genres, influences and musical ideas

Songs

Selected YouTube songs from our archive

Matter Of Time
Berlin Matter Of Time
Metro (re-recorded / Remastered)
Berlin Metro (re-recorded / Remastered)
Metro (re-recorded)
Berlin Metro (re-recorded)
Metro (sigue Sigue Sputnik Mix)
Berlin Metro (sigue Sigue Sputnik Mix)
Sex (i'm A...) (re-recorded / Remastered)
Berlin Sex (i'm A...) (re-recorded / Remastered)
Rumor Of Love
Berlin Rumor Of Love