Ruins

Minimal Wave proudly presents a full length LP by Ruins, an Italian electro-wave duo. Ruins formed in Mestre in 1978 with the intention of experimenting with electronic devices and mixed media. They mainly created music out of self-expression without any intention of joining the mainstream. Interested in multimedia, they had a strong visual aesthetic apparent via their album art, videos and projections. Their classic hit ‘Fire’ is one of our favorites to date, so powerful with its great energy and beautiful production ('I don’t like your job / I don’t like your games / I don’t wanna be just a sleep-machine'). It’s where Italo meets Minimal Wave. The 'Fire' videos are a must-see in order to grasp the full effect of the song, check out the first version here and rare second version here. The LP entitled ''The Art Dance'' features a collection of songs recorded between 1980-1984, some previously released, others never released before pressed on 180 gram vinyl and housed in a lovely hand-numbered glossy gatefold jacket lined with the band's history and photos, and accompanied by a lyrics insert sheet.

• 01 pure desire
• 02 fire
• 03 nice song
• 04 electronic journey
• 05 short wave
• 06 sexual desire
• 07 its not too grand
• 08 your lover
• 09 daily and blue
• 10 good name