album · June 27, 1985
Der Stolz italienischer Frauen
RCA Records LabelSee this day
synth-poppopnew wave
This 1985 standalone single saw Meinecke trading her usual lyrical introspection for the glittering, synthesized sounds of the era. It stands as a unique artifact in her discography, capturing a specific moment in German pop.
- The single's A-side, "Der Stolz italienischer Frauen," was produced by Wolfgang Detmann and Mickie Stickel, both known for their work in the German synth-pop scene.
- The B-side, "Neue Männer braucht das Land," became a surprise hit, a feminist anthem that resonated widely in Germany.
- The single was released on RCA Records and reached number 14 on the German charts.
Ulla Meinecke is a German singer-songwriter known for her witty, often melancholic pop songs. In 1985, she released "Der Stolz italienischer Frauen," a standalone single that marked a foray into synth-pop.
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