"Joan of Arc" by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark) and their "Enola Gay" song released in 1980 represents a personal cornerstone of the 80's music I cherish. That monumental song still sounds as fresh and relevant as when it was released back then.

Among their many hits in the early 80's, a less well-known song from Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark that I also revered is called "Joan of Arc". I remember buying the 45 RPM disk on the strength of the band name and the sleeve cover and being astounded by the new sound and atmosphere they created for this song.

OMD - "Joan of Arc" - 1981

I actually went to see OMD in Dublin when they came to the Olympia theater in May 2007. Great monent in particular Andy McCluskey, the front man who, was so full of youthful energy.