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Basic Elements Debuts Surreal Live Video for Nite Mix of Cold-War Era Track “Hide”

In a world where every band is scrambling to resurrect the ’80s, Basic Elements isn’t some cheap imitation. They lived it, breathed it, and carry the battle scars to prove…

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Basic Elements Debut Live Video for Cold War-Era Post-Punk Protest Song “Hide”

In 1985, while the Cold War loomed as a constant threat, the notion of authoritarianism extended beyond Russian dictators for many young Americans. For the teenage members of bands pushing…

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Los Angeles New Wave Outfit Basic Elements Debut Video for “Shakin'”

Basic Elements emerged from the crucible of the 1980s post-punk epoch, a time when the air was thick with the rebellious spirit of musical innovation. This band, whose members hadn’t…

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Video Premiere

The Sound of 1985 New Wave Ballads Returns in Basic Elements Video for “Lucky”

Capturing the soaring sound and emotional intensity of classic new-wave pop circa 1985, Los Angeles’ Basic Elements are premiering today their lyric video for “Lucky.” The song is described as…

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