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Bernard Parmegiani’s lost masterpiece, “Recorded in 1982,” is finally available for the first time. This long-lost soundtrack to the French sci-fi film, directed by Michel Treguer, is a missing piece of GRM legend Bernard Parmegiani’s artistic puzzle. Parmegiani, known for his meticulous attention to spatial dynamics and tonal detail, showcases his talent for cinematic styles in this lesser known aspect of his canon. With influences from John Carpenter and François Roubaix, his work on “Recorded in 1982” highlights his expertise as a sound engineer and his ability to create an original and innovative sound.
Drawing inspiration from the BBC Radiophonic Workshop, Parmegiani’s unique sounds are created using a TR-808 drum machine, Synthi AKS, Farfisa organ, and D6 clavinet. These unconventional instruments create otherworldly and challenging sounds, yet they perfectly complement the film’s atmosphere. From the nerve-jangling Générique to the deep space arpeggio in Depart, Parmegiani’s compositions take listeners on a captivating journey. Tracks like Pursuit, with its rhythmic passages reminiscent of Drexciyan electro, and Serge Assommé, the album’s longest piece, pay homage to the work of John Carpenter. “Recorded in 1982” is an essential listen for fans of Parmegiani’s classic releases and the perfect introduction for those new to his ingenious soundscapes.
