[alexilliamson]

Disco died pretty early on in the 80s. Flock of Seagulls and Tears for Fears are quintessential 80s IMO.

[bluetomcat]

The 80s were the era of synth-pop/new wave/new romantic. Initially emerging from late 1970s punk, diverting into sub-genres and refining its sound until around 1987. Generally dark and touching music with a very intellectual text.