Blancmange

The Profile

Blancmange are an English synth-pop duo formed in Harrow, London, in 1979 by Neil Arthur and Stephen Luscombe. They achieved UK hits in the early 1980s with singles such as Living on the Ceiling, Waves, Blind Vision and Don’t Tell Me, alongside albums like Happy Families and Mange Tout. After disbanding in 1986, Blancmange returned with new material including the album Blanc Burn in 2011 and have continued to release records.

English synth-pop duo formed by Neil Arthur and Stephen Luscombe in Harrow, London (1979). Noted for the albums Happy Families, Mange Tout and Believe You Me, and for the singles Living on the Ceiling, Blind Vision, Don’t Tell Me, Waves and The Day Before You Came. Initial run ended in 1986; revived with new releases from 2011 onward, including Blanc Burn.

One glowing review celebrates Blancmange’s return with Blanc Burn, praising its minimal yet inspired synth-pop and strong songwriting. The piece contrasts 80s pop richness with modern trends, highlights standout tracks, and frames the album as a late-career triumph. Overall sentiment: highly positive.