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See You Later

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Artist: Vangelis
Lable: Polydor
Year: 1980
Country: UK
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-Pop
Catalog: 2302 101
Matrix:2302101 A//2 E STR 1 1 STRAWBERRY, 2302101 B//6 ESTR 1 1 STRAWBERRY

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This vinyl, “See You Later,” is a masterwork by Vangelis, manufactured and distributed by Polydor Ltd. (UK) and Spheric B.V. Recorded at Nemo Studios, lacquer cut at Strawberry Mastering, and pressed by PRS Ltd. A synth-driven, atmospheric classic.

See You Later (1980) – A Playful, Apocalyptic Synth Odyssey by Vangelis
Summary
Step into a world both whimsical and foreboding with “See You Later”, the 1980 vinyl record released by legendary Greek composer Vangelis under catalog number Polydor 2302 101. More than just a collection of electronic tracks, this album is a cinematic journey—one full of strange sounds, dystopian themes, and a dash of dark humor. Vangelis, mostly known for expansive cosmic soundscapes and emotional resonance, takes a sharp left turn here. Get ready for a quirky, cultural critique disguised as experimental synth-pop!

About the Artist
Vangelis—born Evangelos Odysseas Papathanassiou—was already a household name among electronic music fans before “See You Later” hit the shelves. Throughout the 1970s, he blazed a trail with the cosmic prog band Aphrodite’s Child and soon after with solo works like “Opera Sauvage” and “China.” Vangelis’s lush, melodic approach to synthesizers influenced a generation. But by 1980, with moody Cold War vibes swirling in the air, he was ready to shake things up.

About the Record
“See You Later” isn’t another dreamy concept album—it’s Vangelis’s dark, satirical look at modern society’s growing obsession with technology, consumerism, and apocalypse. The album’s sound is as offbeat as its themes, weaving together odd vocal snippets, field recordings, and spoken word, all glued together by Vangelis’s signature synth mastery.

Unlike the serene “Opera Sauvage” or the more traditional instrumental themes of his earlier works, “See You Later” packs in irony and quirk, often with a slightly ominous twist. On tracks like “I Can’t Take It Anymore” and “Suffocation”, you can sense the unease of a world on the brink, yet it’s draped in playful synth-pop melodies and tongue-in-cheek flourishes.

This album didn’t rocket up the charts, but it was beloved by critics who admired its boldness.

About the Cover
Remember those 1980s record covers you could hang on the wall as art? “See You Later” is no exception. The artwork, designed by Alwyn Clayden, is minimal but poignant. The cryptic visuals tie perfectly into the record’s darkly comic lens and post-apocalyptic narrative.

About the Lyrics & Music
Lyrically, “See You Later” is unlike anything else in Vangelis’s catalog. For starters, he collaborates with an eclectic list of vocalists, including Cherry Vanilla and Jon Anderson of Yes fame. Each track feels like a different scene from a futuristic film—sometimes funny, sometimes unsettling.

Standout Tracks:

“Suffocation”: Inspired by a real-life pollution tragedy in Seveso, Italy, this track uses sirens, news bulletins, and anxious vocals to create genuine dread. A chilling precursor to environmental music activism.
“Memories of Green”: Later included in his “Blade Runner” soundtrack, this song features alien-sounding synths and a manipulated toy piano, blurring nostalgia and loneliness.
“I Can’t Take It Anymore”: The most “pop” song here, but twisted, with robotic chants and new wave energy.
The album is genre-defying, dashing between synth-pop, avant-garde, and proto-ambient, but always adventurous. Vangelis’s arsenal included custom-built synthesizers, the iconic Yamaha CS-80, and exotic tape manipulation—a technical marvel for 1980.

Conclusion
“See You Later” is Vangelis at his most daring and playful, creating a record that’s as much a commentary on our collective anxieties as it is a joyride for the ears. Its uniqueness has garnered a cult following among vinyl collectors and synth fans alike. If you love albums that challenge conventions—and still sound fresh forty years on—this one deserves a home in your collection.

Other Recommendations
Loved “See You Later”? Try these next:

Vangelis – “Blade Runner” (1982): Soundtrack magic that reunited some themes from “See You Later.”
Aphrodite’s Child – “666”: For more apocalyptic visions, but with a psychedelic/prog twist.
Jean-Michel Jarre – “Magnetic Fields” (1981): Fellow synth pioneer with equally quirky, textured compositions.
Brian Eno – “Before and After Science”: For left-field electronic pop that’s clever and cerebral.
“See You Later” proves Vangelis was always steps ahead—and sometimes, he was already at the finish line, waving back at the crowd!

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