Blancmange - Living on the Ceiling (Live at the Haçienda in Manchester, UK, 1982)

Amongst the most influential of the 1980s electronic post punk bands, Blancmange, are one of the few bands from that era that, despite commercial success, can still be classed as a true cult item. Combining effortlessly catchy proto dance tunes with genuinely surreal lyrics and offbeat vocals they were probably the most original outfit to emerge from the scene. However, what really set them apart from their contemporaries was the ability, in spite of their bizarre persona, to project a genuinely down-to-earth human image. In short Blancmange were about as enigmatic as they make them.
This film features a Blancmange on the verge of national chart success. Filmed at Manchester's famous Haçienda club in 1982 it contains most of their hits, many of which have become bona fide classics in their own right and are still the staple of samplers the world over. From the frantic arrogance of 'Can't Explain' to the exotic dancability of 'Living on the Ceiling' the songs remain as fresh and addictive as they did over two decades ago. It's a rare chance to see one of the UK's most celebrated musical treasures live. You simply cannot help but love them.
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[@ashingtoon]

Takes me back to when I saw them supporting Depeche Mode in 1981, very raw and basic but class, went out and bought everything Blancmange the next day! Will also be buying this DVD!!

[@Kammler03]

GREAT SONG + BAND !!! SPECIAL THANX !!!

[@jlsutton4819]

Great Neil Athur yummy x. 💕💕

[@martinparker6536]

great version, love to see he's havin a laugh !

[@turquoisecapricorn]

Great songs do they have! In my new wave years I knew this song and also Don't tell me.These songs are still standing because they are brilliant creations and much much better than all the rubbish music you here on the radio today!

[@TheDelightfulmiles]

I first heard this on Top of the Pops in the eighties.. Recently it has made a comeback for the Baroc advert of slimming supplement. R. I. P. Neil Arthur, lead of the band.

[@englishgalmd]

Never heard this before, but I really like it! WOOT! It's like a missing jigsaw puzzle piece from my youth.

[@TheAnasthetic]

I was there,Friday night if I'm not mistaken. KEAN OUT.

[@turquoisecapricorn]

I had the 7" or 12" single of Don't tell me.Maybe also this single.I don't know anymore: the mid 80s are already some time away from today.

[@johnozed]

Neil Arthur still lives.

[@JonMcElectro]

Where is Stephen Luscombe Nowadays?

[@JonMcElectro]

@maccatoyou Didn't know that. Hope he gets well soon.

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

@terryhfs I hope not I'm going to see them :)

[@terryhfs]

Erm, he's not dead?