NEO A4 – Say This To Me (Canada 12″)

Burning The Ground Exclusive 1988

“Say This To Me” is a 1988 single by the Canadian rock/new wave band NEO A4. The song is a classic example of late 80s synth-pop, incorporating melodic synth lines, punchy electronic drums, and smooth vocals. The song reflects the era’s fascination with futuristic themes and electronic experimentation. Although the band NEO A4 did not achieve widespread fame compared to some of their contemporaries, their track stood out in underground and electronic music circles.

The song is from the band’s self-titled album (1988) and was featured in the movie  “Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan” (1989), adding to the song’s cult status. It never appeared on the film’s soundtrack.

The legendary Colin Thurston produced “Say This to Me” giving even more weight to the song’s significance. Thurston was a highly regarded producer in the 80s, known for his work with major acts like Duran Duran and Talk Talk.

NEO A4 released four studio albums before disbanding in 1990.

SIDE A:
Say This To Me (12″ Dance Remix) 6:35

SIDE B:
Say This To Me 3:29
Is She, Is She 4:36

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Duke Street Records – DS 12039
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: Canada
Released: 1988
Genre: Electronic
Style: New Wave, Synth-pop

CREDITS:

NOTES:
From the album NEO a4

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Daniel
Daniel
October 28, 2024 8:49 am

Thanks a lot Paul for another great found. Keep the obscure 80s coming.

Mike Cutting
Mike Cutting
October 24, 2024 9:05 pm

I saw Neo A4 when they toured Canada with Platinum Blonde, on their “Contact” tour in 1988. They played the old Ontario Place Forum. It was a great show!

I bought the LP that these songs were on after that show, as well as their debut EP, Desire, on cassette (the only format that I could find it on). Desire was also a good song, and it actually had a video which
was on Youtube last time I checked.

They got some airplay in Toronto in the mid to late 80s.

Thanks for posting this uber-rare 12”.

DJ XREY
DJ XREY
October 24, 2024 3:55 pm

First time I’ve heard this, but it sounds like a rejected track from Duran Duran’s later period. The video is even derivative as well, but it’s all a product of the ’80s I suppose. They did 4 albums in 4 years, still they were never signed by a major label in Canada.

Low
Low
October 23, 2024 9:43 pm

Nice, I had one song by this group from 1985 that I liked… they were pretty obscure at the time… called “Look to your Heart”…. I like the rare stuff, thanks Paul !

Retro Hound
Retro Hound
October 23, 2024 8:04 pm

So cool Paul!! Count me in for anything Friday The 13th… surprisingly this passed me by. Although admittedly, the formula was getting tired by the 7th sequel, Lol! Such a catchy track by, unfortunately, an obscure band. Do you know if this single charted in their native Canada? I really love how, this week especially, you are introducing us to so many ‘new’ songs from the greatest decade. Thank you Paul!

Retro Hound
Retro Hound
Reply to  DjPaulT
October 23, 2024 11:37 pm

I should give it another view. At least they tried something different. I love Friday 1-5, and I have a soft spot for Part 5 with the whole whodunnit aspect. And like we’ve talked about, the inclusion of Pseudo Echo’s song His Eyes… perfect fit. On a separate note, gotta love Crispin Glover’s dance to the Lion song in Part 4!

malik
malik
October 23, 2024 3:56 pm

djpault can you post on october 31 backstreet boys everybody remixes 1998 on halloween please
https://mega.nz/file/FSVxTBSC#CDQXLmPrnTD2dMDRqLai6pNyb4NmdAt8frg3H6zZItI

malik
malik
Reply to  malik
October 23, 2024 3:57 pm

thanks

malik
malik
Reply to  DjPaulT
October 23, 2024 6:04 pm

ok if u had a 12″ single for backstreet boys everybody us or uk 12″ on october 31

Malik
Malik
Reply to  DjPaulT
October 25, 2024 1:03 pm

Oops

Jeff
Jeff
October 23, 2024 12:37 pm

Most excellent of you, Paul, giving us this cool song from such a cult movie! This spooky season is shaping up to be one to remember!

Jeff