The band now as a trio released the album ‘Dream Come True' in 1986. Mike and Ali moved to the US shortly after basing themselves out of Pennsylvania. Shortly after Paul Reynolds left the band. The band released 1984's The Story of a Young Heart which fielded the minor hit ‘The More You Live, The More You Love'. ‘Wishing' was taken from the group's second album, Listen in 1983. In the U.K., ‘I Ran' didn't make the Top 40, but ‘Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)' reached number ten later that year in America, that single became a Top 40 hit in 1983, after ‘Space Age Love Song' peaked at number 30. The single climbed into the American Top Ten, taking the album along with it. ‘I Ran (So Far Away)' was released as the first single from the album, and MTV quickly picked up on its icily attractive video, which featured long shots of Mike Score and his distinctive, cascading hair. The band signed a major-label contract with Jive by the end of the year, and their eponymous debut album appeared in the spring of 1982. The group released its debut EP on Bill Nelsons Cocteau Records early in 1981, and while the record failed to chart, its lead track, ‘Telecommunication,' became an underground hit in Euro-disco and new wave clubs. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A Flock of Seagulls with his brother Ali (drums) and fellow hairdresser Frank Maudsley (bass) in 1980, adding guitarist Paul Reynolds several months later. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement. A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80's new wave era. Consider supporting local journalism with a digital subscription to the Caller-Times.A Flock of Seagulls may well be known for their bizarrely teased haircuts as much as their hit single ‘I Ran'. Meagan Falcon covers entertainment, things to do and trending news in South Texas. If that inspires you to do music, go and do music. Don't miss out on listening to something just because it's old. Score: I would just say to them, like what my mom used to say to me, be yourself, like what you like and don't let your friends force you to like what they like. You'd think they would be listening to bands from their era, but they aren't and it feels really good that we are making an impact to other generations.Ĭaller-Times: If you had a chance to give some words of wisdom to those young fans that you may see at the Corpus Christi show, what would you say to them? To me, that is like saying the music is still relevant. Some of my favorite moments so far have been seeing parents bringing in their little ones, about 6 or 7 years old, who have been listening to or playing A Flock of Seagulls at home. Score: I think they'll enjoy it. It's just going to be one happy, crazy '80s family. It's funny because new songs that I like really catch me by surprise because I kind of go, "where did that come from?" Like the song "Heathens" from Twenty One Pilots, that was a great song.Ĭaller-Times: You guys will be making a stop in Corpus Christi this upcoming week, but what do you hope audience members will get out of this show? There are even some country songs I quite like. I am more of a fan of songs than artists and bands. Although I'm not a big Madonna fan, she has a couple of songs that just have me go, "wow, the way that is put together is awesome." Score: To tell you the truth, I just started listening to Madonna. While on the road, A Flock of Seagulls lead singer and founder Mike Score gave an exclusive phone interview with the Caller-Times about his inspirations, what inspired the iconic "seagulls" hairdo, and what fans in the Coastal Bend can expect at the live show.Ĭaller-Times: Is there any music that you are listening to right now that has you playing it on loop on tour? That means it will be possible to hear “Wild Wild West,” “Turning Japanese,” “I Ran,” "Send Me an Angel,” "Everybody Have Fun Tonight” and “Living in Oblivion” all in a single show. 20 at Concrete Street Amphitheater on the Lost 80's Live Tour. Get ready to grab your favorite neon tights, cropped shirts, and style your hair with the legendary poof that defies gravity, because your favorite '80s bands have officially come together to tour once again.Īnd they're making a stop in Corpus Christi.Ī Flock of Seagulls, Missing Persons, Wang Chung The Band, Boys Don't Cry, Anything Box, The Vapors UK, Trans-X, The Escape Club, Real Life, Farrington + Mann of When in Rome, and Christopher Anton of Information Society will take the stage Tuesday, Aug.
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