The two albums’ lack of success effectively put an end to Men Without Hats’ career. Released two years later, The Adventures of Women & Men Without Hate in the 21st Century failed to chart, as did its follow-up, 1991’s Sideways. Thanks to the minor-hit title track, 1987’s Pop Goes the World was a bigger success, yet it didn’t recapture the audience their first album had gained. Folk of the ’80s (Part III) stalled at number 127 on the charts in America and made even less of an impact in other parts of the world. The group wasn’t able to exploit its success, however. Driven by an insistent three-chord synthesizer riff, the song was one of the biggest synth pop hits of the new wave era. Taken from their debut, the single “The Safety Dance” became a major hit, peaking on the American charts at number three in 1983. Reached 6 on the UK singles chart on 5th Nov 1983. Men Without Hats - Safety Dance (Pict) Product Promotions Shipping Promotions format condition Release Product Details Backstage Pass Join Our Mailing. During 1982, the band consisted of Ivan, Stefan, another brother Colin Doroschuk (keyboards), along with drummer Allan McCarthy this is the lineup that recorded Men Without Hats’ 1982 debut album, Rhythm of Youth. Men Without Hats were a vastly under rated band back in the 80's, practically unknown outside their native Canada and unfairly labelled as a 'one hit wonder' for their super catchy hit 'Safety Dance' This album and the follow up 'Folk of the '80's part 3' plus 'Pop Goes the World' showcase their finest moments as synth pop heroes: Powerful driving rhythms, rocking guitar riffs, Ivan's unique. Men Without Hats The Safety Dance (Extended 'Club Mix') Men Without Hats' breakout single, issued with a bewildering array of B-sides. They independently released their debut EP, Folk of the ’80s, in 1980 it was reissued the following year by Stiff in Britain. Ivan was the leader of the group, writing the majority of the songs and providing the lead vocals Stefan was the guitarist and other members changed frequently throughout the course of the group’s career. The new wave synth pop collective Men Without Hats were formed in 1980 by brothers Ivan and Stefan Doroschuk.

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