Synth-pop (1981), which produced a series of hit singles. These included "Don't You Want Me", which reached number one in the UK at the end of 1981. Synth-pop reached its commercial peak in the UK in the winter of 1981–2, with bands such as Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, Japan, Ultravox, Soft Cell, Depeche Mode and even Kraftwerk, enjoying top ten hits. In early 1982 synthesizers were so dominant that the Musicians Union attempted to limit their use. By the end of 1982, these acts had been joined in the charts by synth-based singles from Thomas Dolby, Blancmange, and Tears for
Overnight Sensation (Hit Record) Overnight Sensation (Hit Record) "Overnight Sensation (Hit Record)" is a hit single by Raspberries, released in September 1974. It was written by band leader Eric Carmen, who also provided the lead vocals. It was the first single release from their fourth and final LP, "Starting Over". The song reached the Top 40 on three principal US charts, number 18 on the "Billboard" Hot 100, number 24 on "Cashbox", and number 26 on "Record World". It was also a number 22 hit in Canada. It spent 12 weeks on "Billboard", and was their final charting single release. John Lennon, a Raspberries