… Read Full Bio ↴New Musik were a London based Synthpop group active from 1979 to 1982.
The lead singer and frontman was songwriter/producer Tony Mansfield, who was also a former member of the Nick Straker Band. New Musik first appeared on the BBC TV pop programme, Top Of The Pops in October 1979 with their debut hit single "Straight Lines" which received airplay on BBC Radio 1 from special guesting DJ Frank Zappa.
Their debut album "From A To B" (1980) reached the Top 40 in the UK Albums Chart and contained four UK chart hit singles; "Straight Lines", "Living By Numbers", "This World Of Water" and "Sanctuary". New Musik also topped the French singles chart with "On Islands" from this album.
Touring the UK in 1980, New Musik performed at both the Oxford and Cambridge Balls (with Elvis Costello) and at the Rotterdam New Pop festival in the Netherlands, and did a second UK tour in 1981.
Their second album, Anywhere (1981) reached #68 in the chart, but despite gaining international acclaim, neither of its singles "Luxury" or "While You Wait" charted in the UK.
In 1981 a compilation album, Sanctuary, was released in the U.S., consisting of four tracks from From A To B and eight from Anywhere. Previous to this release, there had also been a four song 10" vinyl Straight Lines released by CBS Records in the U.S. as part of their short-lived Epic "Nu-Disk" series, which had also included The Clash's Black Market Clash.
After the demise of GTO Records, New Musik released their third and final album, Warp (1982) which was more experimental. Oddly, it featured a synth version of The Beatles "All You Need Is Love", alongside an identically titled track of their own. Tracks such as "Hunting", "A Train On Twisted Tracks" and "Kingdoms For Horses" showed much promise, but without promotion and with limited record company support, the group disbanded shortly after.
Known for their originality and innovative approach to recording, New Musik specialised in catchy synth-pop with clever, often thought-provoking lyrical content. Tracks such as "Dead Fish (Don't Swim Home)" and "The Planet Doesn't Mind" highlighted environmental issues, still a minority interest in the early 1980s.
Several artists have covered tracks by New Musik, including Camouflage who did a version of "On Islands" in 1989.
Mansfield went on to achieve considerable success in the field of production for the likes of After The Fire, A-Ha, Aztec Camera, The B-52s, The Damned, Captain Sensible, Naked Eyes, Mari Wilson, Jean Paul Gaultier, Miguel Bose and Ana Torroja, some of his most successful projects.
From A To B and Anywhere were released on CD in 1994, and again in 2001, remastered and with bonus tracks. Warp was also released (with bonus tracks) on CD for the first time in 2001, in Japan. This remains its only CD release.
Adventures
New Musik Lyrics
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In every way
I'm searching here
For some display
I couldn't find
The hidden art
To tell me how
Adventures start
The answer to a really good time
I never knew just where to look
I never knew just what it took
I never know where to start
Adventures
Adventures are
So they say
In every part
Of every day
But out of time
And out of place
It's got me here
Stuck in space
I never knew where to find
The answer to a really good time
I never knew just where to look
I never knew just what it took
I never know where to start
Adventures
So how am I
Supposed to find
Adventures here
Where I'm confined
I'm in a spot
So un-exposed
To adventures' doors
That always close
I never knew where to find
The answer to a really good time
I never knew just where to look
I never knew just what it took
I never know where to start
Adventures
Adventures
In the song "Adventures" by New Musik, the singer is searching for adventure and excitement, but doesn’t know where to find it. They are looking for some sort of display or hidden art to tell them how adventures begin. Throughout the song, the singer recognizes that adventures are all around, but they’re out of time and out of place which makes it difficult for them to find them. The singer feels trapped and confined to a tiny space, which makes it impossible for them to find new experiences. At the same time, their desire for adventure remains strong and true.
The lyrics explore the feeling of being trapped and the desire to escape, to have adventures and explore the world. However, the singer’s circumstances prevent them from doing so. It is a common experience for people to feel stuck or trapped in their lives, and this song presents a relatable story for many people.
Interestingly, the instrumentation of the song also conveys this feeling. The melody and rhythm are upbeat, but there is a sense of tension and urgency throughout, reflecting the frustration of the lyrics. It is a clever use of musical composition to add to the story of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm looking out
I am searching for something beyond my current situation
In every way
I am seeking in every aspect of my life
I'm searching here
I am searching in this specific place
For some display
I am seeking something to show me the way
I couldn't find
I was unable to locate
The hidden art
The secret to the desired outcome
To tell me how
To guide me in the journey
Adventures start
The beginning of exciting and new experiences
I never knew where to find
I lacked knowledge of where to start the search
The answer to a really good time
The solution for an enjoyable experience or moment
I never knew just where to look
I had no idea where to start looking for it
I never knew just what it took
I did not understand what was required to achieve the desired outcome
I never know where to start
I constantly struggle with initiating the adventure
Adventures
Exciting experiences that are worth pursuing
Adventures are
The idea that new experiences are available for those who seek them
So they say
This idea is a common belief
In every part
In every aspect of life
Of every day
Each day offers the potential for new experiences
But out of time
When time is limited
And out of place
When the location is not ideal
It's got me here
This situation has left me feeling stuck
Stuck in space
Unable to move forward or progress
So how am I
I am left questioning
Supposed to find
Expected to discover
Adventures here
New experiences in my current situation
Where I'm confined
In my limited and restricted space
I'm in a spot
I am in a difficult situation
So un-exposed
With little opportunity for adventure
To adventures' doors
The potential for exciting experiences
That always close
That seem to be out of reach and unattainable
Adventures
The pursuit of exciting and new experiences
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TTTeetering
This rack is BRILLIANT!!! Fabulous in every way. Lyrics, arrangement, production. Have never grown tired of it. So pleased to see you put it up and hope it finds new listeners to appreciate the magic of it.
doug norton
6/8 time...Adventures is so amazing.
Malcolm W
Whoever is in their 60's now had all the best music first time around, pensioners record collections must be full of treasure. A 25 year old buying this album in 1980 will be 60 now, just a thought!
Tom Baker
I was 29 when I bought this album in 1980 (I'm now 69). And you're right, my generation had all the good music, even if it wasn't as easy as now to access! From A to B ranks No.4 on my all-time album list.
endlandmusic
I'm avobe the 50s as well and I never got tired above New Musik...
Michael Taylor
amazing tune!!!
RyDawg084
~ I never know where to Staaaart ~ Adventures!!
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degunter2009
thx for upload!
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