: "Jump" (Van Halen), "Livin' On A Prayer" (Bon Jovi), and "Eye of the Tiger" (Survivor) [6].
: Use plugins that replicate SSL consoles or vintage tape machines to get the subtle dynamics processing characteristic of that decade [18]. 80s Rock Anthems 2020
If you are looking to capture the "80s Rock Anthem" sound in 2020 and beyond, you need to blend vintage songwriting structures with modern production tools. Whether you are producing a track from scratch or curating a definitive playlist, here is how to master the 80s rock aesthetic. 1. Songwriting & Composition : "Jump" (Van Halen), "Livin' On A Prayer"
The core of an anthem is its ability to make an audience sing along. Whether you are producing a track from scratch
: "Faithfully" (Journey), "Total Eclipse of the Heart" (Bonnie Tyler), and "Right Here Waiting" (Richard Marx) [9].
: Let the chorus melody build energy by moving upward to a climactic high point [7].
: Add a retro feel by applying a high-pass cut at 20Hz and a low-pass cut at 18kHz to focus the frequency range [17]. 3. Iconic Reference Tracks