There aren't too many bands from the 70's and 80''s who're still producing compelling new music and not just replaying their biggest hits, but then Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark have always ignored the prevailing musical trends and ploughed their own furrow, which is why the Wirral band's blend of classic Synthpop and contemporary Electronic Dance Music is still wowing audiences.They're smack bang  in the middle of a European tour and their last album The Punishment of Luxury was greeted with widespread critical acclaim, but Andy McCluskey says OMD's next release, Bauhaus Staircase, will be their last.  

No, really. 

He's our special guest in this month's Misadventures in Music podcast, with Ian Prowse and Mick Ord.Andy talks candidly about OMD's history, their musical influences and looks to the future with optimism as fans await the release of Bauhaus Staircase, their 14th studio album.

A big thanks to Roy and Clare from the Podcafe in Liverpool for use of their recording studios.

Track Listing

• Autobahn by Kraftwerk  (extract)

• Warm Leatherette by The Normal  (full track)

• Electricity by OMD   (full track)

• Pyjamarama buy Roxy Music (full track)

• Dazzle Ships/ Genetic Engineering by OMD  (extracts)

• Radio Prague by OMD  (extract)