New Danish synth-duo Melan Tropic scolds the plastic human on debut single ‘Mannequin Mand’

MELAN TROPIC is a new 80s-inspired synth pop duo from Denmark with lyrics based on adult experience and life. Formed in 2020, the members and childhood friends Klaus Pelle and Morten Grønnegaard grew up together during the 80s, in the suburb Rønne Syd, on the small island of Bornholm. MELAN TROPIC will release its debut EP this coming September and today, the duo delivers the debut single ‘Mannequin Mand’ alongside a video created by main instrumentalist Grønnegaard. Lead singer and lyricist Klaus Pelle states on the song:

"'Mannequin Mand' is a comment on the dominating "look at my perfect life"-culture that penetrates our present time. A scolding of the greedy and non-enlightened human, who seems to be made more out of plastic, than of heart, flesh and blood."

Watch the video for MELAN TROPICs single ‘Mannequin Mand’ (14) Melan Tropic - Mannequin Mand (Official Video) - YouTube

and stream it HERE

On ’Mannequin Mand’ and the forthcoming debut EP, MELAN TROPIC strikes an authentic 80s sound, both in melodies and songwriting, where pop hooks, bold production and challenging lyrical content go hand in hand. The duo ignores the typically forbidden tropes of the 90s music they also grew up with, instead reaching back to an earlier time when reverb, gated drums and massive guitar solos were celebrated to the full. Inspired by Tears for Fears, Ultravox, Mr. Mister and 80s soundtracks, as well as contemporary synth bands like Drab Majesty and Gunship, MELAN TROPIC create music that is both vibrant and personal.

At the center are the Danish lyrics, but not used ironically, nor mocking the superficiality of the 80s. Pelle’s lyrics are serious, reflecting pain and a measured splash of satire. They are from the adult male perspective and driven by the deep personal experiences the duo shared throughout their long friendship - from ecstatic joy to almost indescribable sorrow. MELAN TROPIC is the sound of yesterday, revitalized today by people who were there back then and are here still. These are songs about the impact of days gone, seen and heard with the eyes and ears of today, and with eternal love for a golden musical era that still endures.